Qibla Direction in Istanbul
The Qibla direction in Istanbul is 151.6° measured clockwise from true north, towards the south-southeast. The Kaaba in Mecca is about 2,405 km away.
151.6°
Qibla bearing · from true north
Turn until the Kaaba lines up with the marker
Distance to the Kaaba: km
How to face the Qibla in Istanbul
- Face north, then turn clockwise by 151.6°. You will be facing south-southeast, towards the Kaaba.
- Or use the compass above: choose Istanbul, press Enable compass on your phone and turn until the Kaaba lines up with the marker.
- Place your prayer mat so that your feet and chest face that direction.
For the best accuracy
- Keep the phone flat and away from magnets, metal and electronics.
- Move the phone in a figure of eight to calibrate the compass.
- Phone compasses show magnetic north, which can differ a few degrees from true north. For an exact result when it matters, ask a local mosque.
Qibla questions
What is the Qibla direction in Istanbul?
From Istanbul the Qibla is 151.6° from true north, which is south-southeast. The Kaaba is about 2,405 km away.
How do I find the Qibla in Istanbul with my phone?
Open the Qibla finder on this page, choose Istanbul or allow your location, press Enable compass and turn until the Kaaba lines up with the marker at the top.
Is the angle from true north or magnetic north?
From true north. Phone compasses show magnetic north, which can differ by a few degrees depending on where you are.