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Distance from Suwon to Istanbul

Straight line

7,996 km
4,968 mi · 4,317 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 30 min

Direction

NW 308°
initial bearing

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How far is Suwon from Istanbul?

Suwon (South Korea) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are very far apart: 7,996 km in a straight line, that is 4,968 miles or 4,317 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Suwon, Istanbul lies to the north-west (initial bearing 308°). The route crosses from South Korea into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 51.1428°, 79.7246°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 30 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 Suwon from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Suwon and Istanbul is 7,996 km (4,968 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Suwon?

Istanbul is to the north-west of Suwon, at an initial bearing of 308°.

How long is the flight from Suwon to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 30 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.