IST
Istanbul
Turkey
4,257 km
2,645 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
4,257 km
2,645 mi / 2,298 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
177°
south

Airport Comparison

IST RUA
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code IST RUA
ICAO Code LTFM HUAR
City Istanbul Arua
Country Turkey Uganda
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Kampala
Elevation 325 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 3.050000, 30.920000

Istanbul (IST) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 4,257 kilometers (2,645 miles / 2,298 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:17 in Istanbul, it's 10:17 in Arua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,626 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Istanbul Airport (IST) and Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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