The straight-line distance from Jerusalem, Israel to Istanbul, Turkey is 1,168 km (726 miles).Istanbul is NNW of Jerusalem.
Distance (km)
1,168
straight line
Distance (miles)
726
straight line
Flight Time
2 hr
estimated direct
Direction
NNW
333° bearing
| Mode | Estimated Time | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 2 hr | 1,168 km | Direct flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed |
| Driving | 19 hr | ~1,518 km | Avg 80 km/h, +30% route factor |
All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.
| From | Jerusalem, Israel |
| To | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Straight-line Distance | 1,168 km (726 miles) |
| Bearing | 333° (NNW) |
| Coordinates (Jerusalem) | 31.7683°, 35.2137° |
| Coordinates (Istanbul) | 41.0082°, 28.9784° |
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Jerusalem to Istanbul is 1,168 km (726 miles). Istanbul is NNW of Jerusalem.
A direct flight from Jerusalem to Istanbul takes approximately 2 hr, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.
Driving from Jerusalem to Istanbul takes approximately 19 hr. This estimate assumes an average speed of 80 km/h with a 30% route factor for indirect roads. Actual time will vary based on road conditions, traffic, and the specific route taken.
Istanbul is NNW (333 degrees) from Jerusalem.
The distance from Istanbul to Jerusalem is the same: 1,168 km (726 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.
Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.
Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.