Istanbul Airport (IST Airport Code) | IATA & ICAO Details, Terminals & Map

Airport Overview

Istanbul Airport (IST) is a key aviation facility serving the region of Istanbul, Turkey. It is officially identified by the IATA code IST and ICAO code LTFM. The airport is situated at an elevation of 41 feet (12 meters) above mean sea level. It operates within the Europe/Istanbul timezone, allowing travelers to synchronize their flight itineraries accordingly. The airfield configuration consists of 5 runways, designed to accommodate various types of aircraft operations. Nearby alternative gateways include Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), which can be considered for regional or international transit.

Key Data

Elevation 41 ft

Coordinates 41.275, 28.752

Timezone Europe/Istanbul

Runways 5

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FAQ

The IATA code for Istanbul Airport is IST. Its ICAO code is LTFM.

Istanbul Airport is located in or near Istanbul, TR. View the map on this page for exact coordinates and terminal details.

Istanbul Airport operates in the local time zone. You can convert airport local times using our <a href="/en/timezone-converter">Airport Timezone Converter</a>.

Minimum Connection Times (MCT) at Istanbul Airport vary based on Schengen/non-Schengen status and terminal transfers. Verify transfer times with our <a href="/en/mct-checker">MCT Checker Tool</a>.