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Distance from Istanbul to Münster

Straight line

2,027 km
1,260 mi · 1,095 NM

By road

2,498 km
1,552 mi

Travel time

25 h 16 min
flight ≈ 3 h 2 min

Direction

NW 314°
initial bearing

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How far is Istanbul from Münster?

Istanbul (Türkiye) and Münster (Germany) are quite far apart: 2,027 km in a straight line, that is 1,260 miles or 1,095 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Istanbul to Münster is 2,498 km (1,552 miles), about 25 h 16 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 23% longer than the straight line.

From Istanbul, Münster lies to the north-west (initial bearing 314°). The route crosses from Türkiye into Germany. The halfway point is at 46.9809°, 19.3765°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 2 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 Münster?

By road it is 2,498 km (1,552 miles) from Istanbul to Münster; in a straight line it is 2,027 km (1,260 miles).

How long is the drive from Istanbul to Münster?

About 25 h 16 min on the fastest route (2,498 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Münster from Istanbul?

Münster is to the north-west of Istanbul, at an initial bearing of 314°.

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Münster?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 2 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.