How far is Timbuktu from Istanbul?
The distance between Istanbul (Istanbul Airport) and Timbuktu (Timbuktu Airport) is 2533 miles / 4077 kilometers / 2201 nautical miles.
Istanbul Airport – Timbuktu Airport
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Distance from Istanbul to Timbuktu
There are several ways to calculate the distance from Istanbul to Timbuktu. Here are two standard methods:
Vincenty's formula (applied above)- 2533.264 miles
- 4076.893 kilometers
- 2201.346 nautical miles
Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.
Haversine formula- 2534.154 miles
- 4078.326 kilometers
- 2202.120 nautical miles
The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).
How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Timbuktu?
The estimated flight time from Istanbul Airport to Timbuktu Airport is 5 hours and 17 minutes.
What is the time difference between Istanbul and Timbuktu?
The time difference between Istanbul and Timbuktu is 3 hours. Timbuktu is 3 hours behind Istanbul.
Flight carbon footprint between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Timbuktu Airport (TOM)
On average, flying from Istanbul to Timbuktu generates about 279 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 279 kilograms equals 615 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.
Map of flight path from Istanbul to Timbuktu
See the map of the shortest flight path between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Timbuktu Airport (TOM).
Airport information
| Origin | Istanbul Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Istanbul |
| Country: | Turkey  |
| IATA Code: | IST |
| ICAO Code: | LTFM |
| Coordinates: | 41°15′36″N, 28°44′33″E |
| Destination | Timbuktu Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Timbuktu |
| Country: | Mali  |
| IATA Code: | TOM |
| ICAO Code: | GATB |
| Coordinates: | 16°43′49″N, 3°0′27″W |