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Distance from Istanbul to Matca

Straight line

549 km
341 mi · 297 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 11 min

Direction

NNW 348°
initial bearing

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How far is Istanbul from Matca?

Istanbul (Türkiye) and Matca (Romania) are a medium distance apart: 549 km in a straight line, that is 341 miles or 297 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Istanbul, Matca lies to the north (initial bearing 348°). The route crosses from Türkiye into Romania. The halfway point is at 43.4341°, 28.2698°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 11 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 Matca?

The straight-line distance between Istanbul and Matca is 549 km (341 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Matca from Istanbul?

Matca is to the north of Istanbul, at an initial bearing of 348°.

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Matca?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 11 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.