IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,681 km
1,045 miles
ZJI
Locarno Airport
Switzerland
Distance
1,681 km
1,045 mi / 908 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
295°
west northwest

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IST ZJI
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Locarno Airport
IATA Code IST ZJI
ICAO Code LTFM LSZL
City Istanbul N/A
Country Turkey Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Zurich
Elevation 325 ft 650 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 46.160000, 8.880000

Istanbul (IST) to Locarno Airport (ZJI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Locarno Airport (ZJI) in Locarno Airport, Switzerland is 1,681 kilometers (1,045 miles / 908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 Switzerland. 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 14:27 in Istanbul, it's 12:27 in Locarno Airport.

The return flight from Locarno Airport (ZJI) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 102° (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 Locarno Airport (ZJI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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