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Flights from Sfax to Istanbul

There are no direct flights from Sfax to Istanbul. The easiest way is one stop via Tripoli or Misurata, about 4h 57m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 4h 57m
SFAISTMJI

Sfax to Istanbul at a glance

Fastest journey4h 57mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Tripoli or Misurata

Best ways to fly from Sfax 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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SFA Tripoli (MJI) IST
Leg 1: Afriqiyah Airways, Libyan Airlines · Leg 2: Afriqiyah Airways, Libyan Airlines, Libyan Wings
One airline, one ticket ~4h 57m
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SFA Misurata (MRA) IST
Leg 1: Afriqiyah Airways, Libyan Airlines · Leg 2: Afriqiyah Airways, Turkish Airlines, Libyan Wings
One airline, one ticket ~5h 02m
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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
1,740 km1,081 miles
Journey time
4h 57mestimate
Time difference
+2hIstanbul vs Sfax
Currency in Istanbul
TRY
Airports
SFA → IST, SAW

Flights from Sfax to Istanbul: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Sfax to Istanbul?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Tripoli and Misurata. 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 Sfax to Istanbul?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 4h 57m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 1,740 km.
Where do you change planes between Sfax and Istanbul?
The best connecting points are Tripoli (MJI) and Misurata (MRA). Afriqiyah Airways flies both legs via Tripoli, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Sfax and Istanbul?
Sfax: Sfax Thyna International Airport (SFA). Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
What is the time difference between Sfax and Istanbul?
Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Sfax.

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