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Distance from Utrecht to Istanbul

Straight line

2,187 km
1,359 mi · 1,181 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 14 min

Direction

ESE 115°
initial bearing

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How far is Utrecht from Istanbul?

Utrecht (Netherlands) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are quite far apart: 2,187 km in a straight line, that is 1,359 miles or 1,181 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Utrecht, Istanbul lies to the south-east (initial bearing 115°). The route crosses from Netherlands into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 47.1682°, 18.2732°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 14 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 Utrecht from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Utrecht and Istanbul is 2,187 km (1,359 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Utrecht?

Istanbul is to the south-east of Utrecht, at an initial bearing of 115°.

How long is the flight from Utrecht to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 14 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.