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Distance from Lisbon to Istanbul

Straight line

3,243 km
2,015 mi · 1,751 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 33 min

Direction

ENE 73°
initial bearing

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How far is Lisbon from Istanbul?

Lisbon (Portugal) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are very far apart: 3,243 km in a straight line, that is 2,015 miles or 1,751 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lisbon, Istanbul lies to the east (initial bearing 73°). The route crosses from Portugal into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 41.4582°, 9.5771°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 33 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 Lisbon from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Lisbon and Istanbul is 3,243 km (2,015 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Lisbon?

Istanbul is to the east of Lisbon, at an initial bearing of 73°.

How long is the flight from Lisbon to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 33 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.