Distance from Istanbul to Major Cities?
About Istanbul: Location & Geography
Istanbul
Türkiye · Europe
City on Two ContinentsByzantiumConstantinople
Population 15,701,602
Coordinates 41.0138°N,
28.9497°E
Timezone Europe/Istanbul
UTC+3
UTC+3
Elevation 39 m (128 ft)
Country Türkiye
Continent Europe
Main Airports IST · SAW
Distance from Istanbul to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Istanbul →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 2,498 km | 1,552 mi | NW | |
 Paris | 2,253 km | 1,400 mi | NW | |
 Dubai | 3,009 km | 1,870 mi | SE | |
 Shanghai | 7,987 km | 4,963 mi | NE | |
 Tokyo | 8,946 km | 5,559 mi | NE | |
 New York City | 8,067 km | 5,013 mi | NW | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Moscow | 1,756 km | 1,091 mi | N | |
| Saint Petersburg | 2,106 km | 1,309 mi | N | |
| Ankara | 352 km | 219 mi | E | |
 Berlin | 1,736 km | 1,079 mi | NW | |
 Madrid | 2,737 km | 1,701 mi | W | |
| Bursa | 91 km | 57 mi | S | |
Closest Cities Near Istanbul by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 50 km
| Üsküdar | 5 km | E |
| Umraniye | 15 km | E |
| Maltepe | 19 km | SE |
| Sultanbeyli | 28 km | E |
| Arnavutköy | 26 km | NW |
Within 100 km
| Bursa | 91 km | S |
| İzmit | 87 km | E |
| Çorlu | 98 km | W |
| Derince | 78 km | E |
| Körfez | 75 km | E |
Within 250 km
| Eskişehir | 191 km | SE |
| Adapazarı | 125 km | E |
| İnegol | 114 km | SE |
| Balıkesir | 177 km | SW |
| Tekirdağ | 121 km | W |
| Bandırma | 110 km | SW |
| Mustafakemalpaşa | 118 km | SW |
| Düzce | 187 km | E |
 Burgas | 206 km | NW |
| Kütahya | 197 km | SE |
Within 30 miles
| Üsküdar | 3 mi | E |
| Umraniye | 9 mi | E |
| Maltepe | 12 mi | SE |
| Sultanbeyli | 17 mi | E |
| Arnavutköy | 16 mi | NW |
Within 60 miles
| Bursa | 57 mi | S |
| İzmit | 54 mi | E |
| Derince | 49 mi | E |
| Körfez | 47 mi | E |
| Gemlik | 42 mi | S |
Within 150 miles
| Eskişehir | 119 mi | SE |
| Adapazarı | 78 mi | E |
| Çorlu | 61 mi | W |
| İnegol | 71 mi | SE |
| Balıkesir | 110 mi | SW |
| Tekirdağ | 75 mi | W |
| Bandırma | 68 mi | SW |
| Mustafakemalpaşa | 73 mi | SW |
| Düzce | 116 mi | E |
| Burgas | 128 mi | NW |
Average Flight Times from Istanbul
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~3h 47min | 2,498 km | NW |
| Paris | ~3h 30min | 2,253 km | NW |
| Dubai | ~4h 21min | 3,009 km | SE |
| Shanghai | ~9h 52min | 7,987 km | NE |
| Tokyo | ~10h 56min | 8,946 km | NE |
| New York City | ~9h 58min | 8,067 km | NW |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Istanbul Location & Key Facts
Istanbul is Türkiye's largest city and one of the world's most strategically located metropolises. Straddling the Bosporus Strait between Europe and Asia, it has for centuries connected the Black Sea, the Mediterranean, the Balkans, Anatolia, and the Middle East. The city is a global center of history, trade, tourism, logistics, and culture, layered with Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern Turkish influences.
- ✓Uniquely spans two continents, with the Bosporus dividing its European and Asian sides
- ✓Historically served as the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, leaving an extraordinary architectural legacy
- ✓Landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar make it one of the world's great heritage cities
- ✓A major aviation, shipping, and commercial hub linking Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Middle East
- ✓Its scale, waterfront geography, and layered neighborhoods create one of the most distinctive urban landscapes anywhere on Earth
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Istanbul from the North Pole?
Istanbul is approximately 5,447 km (3,385 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Istanbul at 49.0° from the polar region.
How far is Istanbul from the South Pole?
The distance from Istanbul to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 14,568 km (9,052 miles).
How far is Istanbul from the equator?
Istanbul lies at 41.0138° north latitude, approximately 4,566 km (2,837 miles) from the equator.
How far is Istanbul from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Istanbul to Rome, Italy is approximately 1,371 km (852 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Moscow?
The estimated flight time from Istanbul to Moscow is approximately 2h 57min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Istanbul?
There are 86 cities within 200 km of Istanbul in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Bursa, Eskişehir, Umraniye.