# ✈ Flight KL1959 from Amsterdam (AMS) to Istanbul (IST)

> Flight status of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight KL1959 from Amsterdam to Istanbul: real-time information on departure, arrival, delays, and cancellations.

Source: https://rewards.flights/flights/kl1959
Nederlands: https://rewards.flights/nl/vluchten/kl1959.md

## Flight KL1959 from Amsterdam to Istanbul

- Flight Status: Scheduled
- From: [Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)](https://rewards.flights/flights-from-amsterdam-ams.md), Today 11:46 AM UTC+01:00 (+11 min.)
- To: [Istanbul Airport (IST)](https://rewards.flights/flights-to-istanbul-ist.md), Today 04:55 PM UTC+03:00
- 2,186 km · 3h 20m
- Airline: [KLM Royal Dutch Airlines](https://rewards.flights/airlines/klm-royal-dutch-airlines.md)
- Operator: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
- Departure at Schiphol: Terminal 2, Pier D, Gate D24
- Aircraft: Boeing 737-9K2 ([PH-BXO](https://rewards.flights/aircrafts/ph-bxo-boeing-737-9k2.md), 25 years)

## Punctuality

The last flights of KL1959, oldest first. On time is at most 15 minutes late.

- On time: 88% (Of the last 17 flights)
- Average arrival: -2 min. against the schedule
- On time: 15
- Late: 2

## Other KL1959 flights

| Date | From | To | Gate | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Nov 2026 | Amsterdam (AMS) | Istanbul (IST) | - | Scheduled |
| Tomorrow | Amsterdam (AMS) | Istanbul (IST) | - | Scheduled |
| Today | Amsterdam (AMS) | Istanbul (IST) | D24 | Scheduled |
| Yesterday | Amsterdam (AMS) | Istanbul (IST) | D31 | Landed |
| 13 Nov 2026 | Amsterdam (AMS) | Istanbul (IST) | D26 | Landed |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Which airline operates flight number KL1959?

KLM flight KL1959, departing on 15 Nov 2026, is operated by KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.

### What is the destination of flight number KL1959?

The destination of flight KL1959 is Istanbul Airport in Istanbul (Turkey). This [KLM flight from Amsterdam to Istanbul](https://rewards.flights/flights-from-amsterdam-ams-to-istanbul-ist) has an approximate duration of 3h 20m.

### What aircraft is used for flight KL1959 to Istanbul?

The flight to Istanbul with KLM on 15 Nov 2026 is operated using a Boeing 737-9K2.

### From which terminal and gate does flight KL1959 leave Schiphol?

Flight KL1959 most often leaves from terminal 2, pier D: 95% of its 240 flights since 1 Dec 2025 did. Schiphol sets the gate itself on the day of departure; this page shows it as soon as Schiphol publishes it.

### What can I do if my KLM flight to Istanbul is delayed or canceled? Can I claim compensation?

If your KLM flight is delayed or canceled, you may be entitled to compensation that can go up to €600 per passenger.

The compensation depends on the length of your flight. The further you fly, the higher the compensation and the more money you get back.

- Less than 1,500 km: €250.
- Between 1,500 and 3,500 km: €400.
- More than 3,500 km: €600.
 

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