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Distance from Murcia to Istanbul

Straight line

2,596 km
1,613 mi · 1,402 NM

By road

3,497 km
2,173 mi

Travel time

36 h 12 min
flight ≈ 3 h 45 min

Direction

ENE 73°
initial bearing

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How far is Murcia from Istanbul?

Murcia (Spain) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are very far apart: 2,596 km in a straight line, that is 1,613 miles or 1,402 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Murcia to Istanbul is 3,497 km (2,173 miles), about 36 h 12 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 35% longer than the straight line.

From Murcia, Istanbul lies to the east (initial bearing 73°). The route crosses from Spain into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 40.4832°, 13.5745°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 45 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 Murcia from Istanbul?

By road it is 3,497 km (2,173 miles) from Murcia to Istanbul; in a straight line it is 2,596 km (1,613 miles).

How long is the drive from Murcia to Istanbul?

About 36 h 12 min on the fastest route (3,497 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Istanbul from Murcia?

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

How long is the flight from Murcia to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 45 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.