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Distance from Brussels to Istanbul

Straight line

2,184 km
1,357 mi · 1,179 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 14 min

Direction

ESE 111°
initial bearing

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How far is Brussels from Istanbul?

Brussels (Belgium) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are quite far apart: 2,184 km in a straight line, that is 1,357 miles or 1,179 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Brussels, Istanbul lies to the east (initial bearing 111°). The route crosses from Belgium into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 46.5914°, 17.7597°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 14 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 Brussels from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Brussels and Istanbul is 2,184 km (1,357 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Brussels?

Istanbul is to the east of Brussels, at an initial bearing of 111°.

How long is the flight from Brussels to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 14 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.