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Distance from Sapporo to Istanbul

Straight line

8,498 km
5,280 mi · 4,589 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 7 min

Direction

NW 314°
initial bearing

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How far is Sapporo from Istanbul?

Sapporo (Japan) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are very far apart: 8,498 km in a straight line, that is 5,280 miles or 4,589 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sapporo, Istanbul lies to the north-west (initial bearing 314°). The route crosses from Japan into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 58.3199°, 83.7675°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 7 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 Sapporo from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Sapporo and Istanbul is 8,498 km (5,280 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Sapporo?

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

How long is the flight from Sapporo to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 7 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.