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Distance from Istanbul to Vienna

1,277 km (793 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

1,277 km

Kilometers

793 miles

Miles

~2h

Est. Flight

2h

Time Difference

Istanbul

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

Vienna

Austria
Area: 415 km²
Population: 1.98M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 171m

The distance between Istanbul and Vienna is roughly equivalent to 3 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 Vienna is famous for Schönbrunn Palace and Vienna State Opera.

In terms of city area, Istanbul is 13.2x larger than Vienna. 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 Vienna?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Istanbul to Vienna is 1,277 km (793 miles).

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Vienna?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Istanbul bigger than Vienna?

Istanbul is larger at 5,461 km², compared to 415 km².

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