MUC
Munich
Germany
1,610 km
1,000 miles
SAW
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
1,610 km
1,000 mi / 869 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
114°
east southeast

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MUC SAW
Airport Name Munich International Airport Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
IATA Code MUC SAW
ICAO Code EDDM LTFJ
City Munich Istanbul
Country Germany Turkey
Timezone Europe/Berlin Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,487 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 40.900000, 29.310000

Munich (MUC) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 1,610 kilometers (1,000 miles / 869 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:44 in Munich, it's 11:44 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,175 feet between the two airports. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Munich International Airport (MUC) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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