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Distance from Amsterdam to Istanbul

2,212 km (1,374 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,212 km

Kilometers

1,374 miles

Miles

~3h 6m

Est. Flight

2h

Time Difference

Amsterdam

Netherlands
Area: 219 km²
Population: 0.92M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: -2m

Istanbul

Turkey
Area: 5,461 km²
Population: 15.46M
Timezone: UTC+3
Elevation: 40m

The distance between Amsterdam and Istanbul is roughly equivalent to 6 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Amsterdam is known for Canal ring and Rijksmuseum, while Istanbul is famous for Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.

In terms of city area, Istanbul is 24.9x larger than Amsterdam. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Amsterdam from Istanbul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Amsterdam to Istanbul is 2,212 km (1,374 miles).

How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take approximately 3h 6m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Amsterdam bigger than Istanbul?

Istanbul is larger at 5,461 km², compared to 219 km².

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