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Singapore (SIN) to Istanbul (IST) flights
Nonstop from Singapore Changi to Istanbul Airport: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
8,681km
5,394 mi, great circle
Flying time
11h 00m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
4
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying SIN to IST
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Singapore to Istanbul?
About 11h 00m gate to gate for the 8,681 km (5,394 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from SIN to IST?
Singapore Airlines and Turkish Airlines, with about 4 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).