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Distance from Bamako to Istanbul

Straight line

4,772 km
2,965 mi · 2,577 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 28 min

Direction

NE 42°
initial bearing

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How far is Bamako from Istanbul?

Bamako (Mali) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are very far apart: 4,772 km in a straight line, that is 2,965 miles or 2,577 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bamako, Istanbul lies to the north-east (initial bearing 42°). The route crosses from Mali into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 28.0503°, 8.0293°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 28 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Bamako from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Bamako and Istanbul is 4,772 km (2,965 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Bamako?

Istanbul is to the north-east of Bamako, at an initial bearing of 42°.

How long is the flight from Bamako to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 28 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.