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Distance from Istanbul to Algiers

Straight line

2,285 km
1,420 mi · 1,234 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 21 min

Direction

W 266°
initial bearing

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How far is Istanbul from Algiers?

Istanbul (Türkiye) and Algiers (Algeria) are quite far apart: 2,285 km in a straight line, that is 1,420 miles or 1,234 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Istanbul, Algiers lies to the west (initial bearing 266°). The route crosses from Türkiye into Algeria. The halfway point is at 39.5934°, 15.6221°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 21 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 Istanbul from Algiers?

The straight-line distance between Istanbul and Algiers is 2,285 km (1,420 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Algiers from Istanbul?

Algiers is to the west of Istanbul, at an initial bearing of 266°.

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Algiers?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 21 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.