IST
Istanbul
Turkey
4,624 km
2,873 miles
WZA
Wa
Ghana
Distance
4,624 km
2,873 mi / 2,497 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
230°
southwest

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IST WZA
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Wa Airport
IATA Code IST WZA
ICAO Code LTFM DGLW
City Istanbul Wa
Country Turkey Ghana
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Accra
Elevation 325 ft 1,060 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 10.080000, -2.510000

Istanbul (IST) to Wa (WZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Wa Airport (WZA) in Wa, Ghana is 4,624 kilometers (2,873 miles / 2,497 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.

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 Ghana. 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 10:32 in Istanbul, it's 07:32 in Wa. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Wa (WZA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 36° (northeast). 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 Wa Airport (WZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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