IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,658 km
1,651 miles
WFD
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
2,658 km
1,651 mi / 1,435 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
311°
northwest

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IST WFD
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Manchester Woodford Airport
IATA Code IST WFD
ICAO Code LTFM EGCD
City Istanbul Manchester
Country Turkey United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/London
Elevation 325 ft 295 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 53.340000, -2.150000

Istanbul (IST) to Manchester (WFD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Manchester Woodford Airport (WFD) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 2,658 kilometers (1,651 miles / 1,435 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 01:26 in Istanbul, it's 22:26 in Manchester. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Manchester (WFD) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 108° (east southeast). 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 Manchester Woodford Airport (WFD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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