IST
Istanbul
Turkey
6,373 km
3,960 miles
ZGM
Ngoma
Zambia
Distance
6,373 km
3,960 mi / 3,441 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
183°
south

Airport Comparison

IST ZGM
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Ngoma Airport
IATA Code IST ZGM
ICAO Code LTFM FLNA
City Istanbul Ngoma
Country Turkey Zambia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 325 ft 3,400 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -15.970000, 25.930000

Istanbul (IST) to Ngoma (ZGM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Ngoma Airport (ZGM) in Ngoma, Zambia is 6,373 kilometers (3,960 miles / 3,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 183°.

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 Zambia. 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 09:21 in Istanbul, it's 08:21 in Ngoma.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,075 feet between the two airports. Ngoma Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Ngoma (ZGM) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 3° (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 Ngoma Airport (ZGM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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