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Connecting route · Turkiye → China

Flights from Istanbul to Yan'an

There are no direct flights from Istanbul to Yan'an. The easiest way is one stop via Shanghai or Guangzhou, about 14h 08m door to door.

No direct flights · 3 connection options From 12h 21m
ISTENYPVG

Istanbul to Yan'an at a glance

Fastest journey12h 21mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Shanghai or Guangzhou

Best ways to fly from Istanbul to Yan'an

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

1
IST Shanghai (PVG) ENY
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~14h 08m
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2
IST Guangzhou (CAN) ENY
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~14h 15m
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3
IST Xian (XIY) ENY
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines · Leg 2: China Express Airlines
Self-transfer likely ~12h 21m
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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
6,739 km4,185 miles
Journey time
12h 21mestimate
Time difference
+5hYan'an vs Istanbul
Currency in Yan'an
CNY
Airports
IST, SAW → ENY

Flights from Istanbul to Yan'an: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Yan'an?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Xian. 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 Istanbul to Yan'an?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 12h 21m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 6,739 km.
Where do you change planes between Istanbul and Yan'an?
The best connecting points are Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN) and Xian (XIY). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Shanghai, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Istanbul and Yan'an?
Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW). Yan'an: Yan'an Nanniwan Airport (ENY).
What is the time difference between Istanbul and Yan'an?
Yan'an is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul.

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