IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,808 km
1,745 miles
SLF
Sulayel Airport
Saudi Arabia
Distance
2,808 km
1,745 mi / 1,516 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
140°
southeast

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IST SLF
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Sulayel Airport
IATA Code IST SLF
ICAO Code LTFM OESL
City Istanbul N/A
Country Turkey Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 325 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 20.460000, 45.620000

Istanbul (IST) to Sulayel Airport (SLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Sulayel Airport (SLF) in Sulayel Airport, Saudi Arabia is 2,808 kilometers (1,745 miles / 1,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:25 in Istanbul, it's 07:25 in Sulayel Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,696 feet between the two airports. Sulayel Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Sulayel Airport (SLF) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). 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 Sulayel Airport (SLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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