Driving from Istanbul to Kilis
Kilis lies 853 km (530 mi) south-east of Istanbul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 13 h without stops, over roughly 1,040 km (646 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Istanbul | Kilis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Turkey |
| Population | 15.7 million | 111,648 |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 660 m (2,165 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
Where to book car hire from Istanbul to Kilis
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Staying in Kilis
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Common questions
How far is Kilis from Istanbul?
853 km (530 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Istanbul; by road roughly 1,040 km (646 mi).
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Kilis by car?
About 13 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Istanbul and Kilis?
No, both are on Europe/Istanbul at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.