IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,588 km
1,608 miles
VIT
Alava
Spain
Distance
2,588 km
1,608 mi / 1,397 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
285°
west northwest

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IST VIT
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Vitoria/Foronda Airport
IATA Code IST VIT
ICAO Code LTFM LEVT
City Istanbul Alava
Country Turkey Spain
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Madrid
Elevation 325 ft 1,682 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 42.880000, -2.720000

Istanbul (IST) to Alava (VIT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Vitoria/Foronda Airport (VIT) in Alava, Spain is 2,588 kilometers (1,608 miles / 1,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:11 in Istanbul, it's 14:11 in Alava.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,357 feet between the two airports. Vitoria/Foronda Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Alava (VIT) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Vitoria/Foronda Airport (VIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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