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Connecting route · China → Turkiye

Flights from Wuhan to Istanbul

There are no direct flights from Wuhan to Istanbul. The easiest way is one stop via Xian or Urumqi, about 11h 51m door to door.

No direct flights · 6 connection options From 11h 51m
WUHISTXIY

Wuhan to Istanbul at a glance

Fastest journey11h 51mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Xian or Urumqi

Best ways to fly from Wuhan 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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WUH Xian (XIY) IST
Leg 1: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~11h 51m
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WUH Urumqi (URC) IST
Leg 1: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~11h 51m
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WUH Guangzhou (CAN) IST
Leg 1: 9 Air, Air China, China Eastern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~13h 23m
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WUH Beijing (PKX) IST
Leg 1: Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines · Leg 2: China Southern Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~12h 36m
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WUH Shanghai (PVG) IST
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~13h 26m
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WUH Seoul (ICN) IST
Leg 1: China Southern Airlines, Korean Air, Trinity Airways · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~14h 06m
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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
7,477 km4,643 miles
Journey time
11h 51mestimate
Time difference
-5hIstanbul vs Wuhan
Currency in Istanbul
TRY
Airports
WUH → IST, SAW

Flights from Wuhan to Istanbul: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Wuhan to Istanbul?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Xian, Urumqi and Guangzhou. 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 Wuhan to Istanbul?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 11h 51m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 7,477 km.
Where do you change planes between Wuhan and Istanbul?
The best connecting points are Xian (XIY), Urumqi (URC), Guangzhou (CAN) and Beijing (PKX). Air China flies both legs via Xian, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Wuhan and Istanbul?
Wuhan: Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH). Istanbul: İstanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW).
What is the time difference between Wuhan and Istanbul?
Istanbul is 5 hours behind Wuhan.

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