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Distance from Luton to Istanbul

Straight line

2,535 km
1,575 mi · 1,369 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 40 min

Direction

ESE 107°
initial bearing

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How far is Luton from Istanbul?

Luton (United Kingdom) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are very far apart: 2,535 km in a straight line, that is 1,575 miles or 1,369 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Luton, Istanbul lies to the east (initial bearing 107°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 47.3860°, 15.7677°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 40 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 Luton from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Luton and Istanbul is 2,535 km (1,575 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Luton?

Istanbul is to the east of Luton, at an initial bearing of 107°.

How long is the flight from Luton to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 40 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.