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Distance from Istanbul to Paris

2,256 km (1,402 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,256 km

Kilometers

1,402 miles

Miles

~3h 9m

Est. Flight

2h

Time Difference

Istanbul

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

Paris

France
Area: 105 km²
Population: 2.16M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 35m

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

Istanbul is known for Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, while Paris is famous for Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

In terms of city area, Istanbul is 52.0x larger than Paris. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Istanbul from Paris?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Istanbul to Paris is 2,256 km (1,402 miles).

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Paris?

A direct flight would take approximately 3h 9m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Istanbul bigger than Paris?

Istanbul is larger at 5,461 km², compared to 105 km².

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