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Distance from Calafat to Istanbul

Straight line

595 km
369 mi · 321 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 15 min

Direction

ESE 122°
initial bearing

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How far is Calafat from Istanbul?

Calafat (Romania) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are a medium distance apart: 595 km in a straight line, that is 369 miles or 321 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Calafat, Istanbul lies to the south-east (initial bearing 122°). The route crosses from Romania into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 42.5416°, 26.0132°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 15 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 Calafat from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Calafat and Istanbul is 595 km (369 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Calafat?

Istanbul is to the south-east of Calafat, at an initial bearing of 122°.

How long is the flight from Calafat to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 15 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.