Qibla Direction in Istanbul
Turkey · 2,407 km to Makkah
151.6°
south-southeast (SSE) from true north
The Qibla direction from Istanbul, Turkey is 151.6° from true north — south-southeast (SSE). Makkah is 2,407 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Istanbul?
151.6° clockwise from true north, i.e. south-southeast.
How far is Istanbul from Makkah?
About 2,407 km (1,496 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 41.0138°, 28.9497°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.