Tashkent, Uzbekistan → Istanbul, Turkey · ✈ 4h 41min · 🚗 54h 17min
1,803 nautical miles · Time difference: -3h behind · Direction: west
The distance from Tashkent to Istanbul is 3,340 km (2,075 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 4h 41min.
The straight-line distance from Tashkent, Uzbekistan to Istanbul, Turkey is approximately 3,340 kilometers (2,075 miles or 1,803 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Istanbul is located west of Tashkent. Tashkent is in Asia, in the Tashkent region of Uzbekistan, while Istanbul is in Europe, in Marmara, Turkey. This intercontinental route spans from Asia to Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 3,340 km | ~4h 41min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Tashkent to Istanbul. For 3,340 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Tashkent sits at 41.2995°N, 69.2401°E, while Istanbul is located at 41.0082°N, 28.9784°E. The initial compass bearing from Tashkent to Istanbul is 283° (WNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Tashkent heading roughly WNW. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 0.29° and the longitude difference is 40.26°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Tashkent and Istanbul is approximately 42.9499°N, 49.0626°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 1,670 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Istanbul is roughly 3 hours behind Tashkent. When it is 09:00 in Tashkent, it is approximately 06:00 in Istanbul. A 3-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Tashkent is a major city in Uzbekistan with a population of approximately 2,571,668. Located in the Tashkent region, it is an important hub in Asia. Tashkent is a significant metropolitan area in Uzbekistan with good domestic and international transport connections.
Istanbul is a notable city in Turkey with a population of approximately 15,462,452. Situated in the Marmara region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Istanbul is one of Turkey's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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3,340 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to crossing an ocean or continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
The 3,340 km between Tashkent and Istanbul means a beam of light could travel this distance in approximately 11.1 milliseconds — but a flight still takes 4h 41min.
Combined, Tashkent and Istanbul have a population of over 18,034,120 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Asia to Europe, spanning 3 timezones.
The straight-line distance from Tashkent to Istanbul is approximately 3,340 kilometers (2,075 miles, 1,803 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 4h 41min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 54h 17min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Istanbul is approximately -3h behind compared to Tashkent.
The estimated road distance is approximately 4,342 km, which is about 30% longer than the 3,340 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.