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Connecting route · China → Turkiye

Flights from Hefei to Istanbul

There are no direct flights from Hefei to Istanbul. The easiest way is one stop via Xian or Guangzhou, about 12h 05m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 12h 03m
HFEISTXIY

Hefei to Istanbul at a glance

Fastest journey12h 03mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Xian or Guangzhou

Best ways to fly from Hefei to Istanbul

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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HFE Xian (XIY) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~12h 05m
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HFE Guangzhou (CAN) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~13h 37m
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HFE Urumqi (URC) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~12h 03m
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HFE Beijing (PKX) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~12h 26m
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HFE Shanghai (PVG) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~13h 05m
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HFE Seoul (ICN) IST
Leg 1: Korean Air, Qingdao Airlines · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~13h 43m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
7,623 km4,734 miles
Journey time
12h 03mestimate
Time difference
-5hIstanbul vs Hefei
Currency in Istanbul
TRY
Airports
HFE → IST, SAW

Flights from Hefei to Istanbul: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Hefei to Istanbul?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Xian, Guangzhou and Urumqi. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Hefei to Istanbul?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 03m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,623 km.
Where do you change planes between Hefei and Istanbul?
The best connecting points are Xian (XIY), Guangzhou (CAN), Urumqi (URC) and Beijing (PKX). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Xian, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Hefei and Istanbul?
Hefei: Hefei Xinqiao International Airport (HFE). Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
What is the time difference between Hefei and Istanbul?
Istanbul is 5 hours behind Hefei.

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