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İzmit, Kocaeli, Turkey – Turkey Flag

Current Date And Time In İzmit, Turkey

Thursday, 13 August 2026
06:42:36 TRT
State: Kocaeli
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (TRT)
Population: 196,571
District: İzmit

🗺 Map of İzmit, Kocaeli, Turkey – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of İzmit, a city in Kocaeli, Turkey, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for İzmit — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of İzmit.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Turkey operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of İzmit, Kocaeli

📍 LATITUDE
40.765°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
29.929°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.765° N29.9293° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.76529.9293
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 45' 54" N29° 55' 45" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 45.8994' N29° 55.7568' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in İzmit Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:07 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:03 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 56m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:05 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from İzmit’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 İzmit’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,538 km
(2,820 mi) • İzmit is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,523 km
(1,568 mi) • İzmit is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.765° S, 150.071° W
The point exactly opposite İzmit through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from İzmit, you'd surface nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, about 1,938 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of İzmit

📍 Location Details

Cityİzmit
StateKocaeli
CountryTurkey
ContinentAsia
Districtİzmit
Time Zone+03:00
Founded-0263-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population196,571
Elevation19 m / 62 ft
GPS (DD)40.765, 29.9293

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of İzmit

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Kocaeli
Parent Country: Turkey

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 196,571
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 25 most populous in Kocaeli
🏠 Share of Kocaeli Population: 9.667%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from İzmit to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Kocaeli.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
DilovasıKocaeliE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
KocaeliKocaeliE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
KullarKocaeliSE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
KöseköyKocaeliSE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
KarşıyakaKocaeliS8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
KartepeKocaeliE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from İzmit to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Ankara
265 km (165 mi)
E of İzmit • ~4h 25m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kocaeli

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Kocaeli, the home state of İzmit, along with each city's aerial distance from İzmit, Kocaeli's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Gebze40.8028° N29.4307° E182 m42 km🗺 View Map
Derince40.7569° N29.8147° E42 m10 km🗺 View Map
Körfez40.767° N29.7828° E57 m12 km🗺 View Map
Gölcük40.715° N29.8182° E56 m11 km🗺 View Map
Karamürsel40.6913° N29.6165° E17 m28 km🗺 View Map
Kandıra41.07° N30.1526° E45 m39 km🗺 View Map
Köseköy40.7401° N30.0056° E15 m7 km🗺 View Map
İhsaniye40.6909° N29.8347° E71 m11 km🗺 View Map
Kullar40.7242° N29.9894° E19 m7 km🗺 View Map
Bahçecik40.6681° N29.9148° E268 m11 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
IATA: SAW
54 km (34 mi) from İzmit
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🌍 İzmit Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of İzmit Matter

The exact GPS location of İzmit gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Kocaeli. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Kocaeli state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for İzmit Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for İzmit are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for İzmit

The satellite view of İzmit lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Turkey map

🌎 Regional Position of İzmit in Kocaeli

İzmit sits within Kocaeli, Turkey, in the Asia region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with İzmit Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of İzmit for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Kocaeli. › Browse every city in Kocaeli

💻 Using İzmit Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for İzmit in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Turkey. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use İzmit Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of İzmit directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to İzmit. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Kocaeli CitiesAccess the full city directory for Kocaeli ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About İzmit Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of İzmit?

The GPS coordinates of İzmit are latitude 40.765° and longitude 29.9293°. In directional format: 40.765° N, 29.9293° E. These coordinates mark the center of İzmit in Kocaeli and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is İzmit located?

İzmit is a city in Kocaeli, Turkey, on the continent of Asia. It falls within İzmit. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of İzmit?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, İzmit sits at: Latitude 40° 45' 54" N and Longitude 29° 55' 45" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of İzmit?

İzmit has a population of approximately 196,571 people. This is roughly 9.667% of Kocaeli's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Kocaeli.

🗺 How can I view İzmit on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of İzmit is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.765, 29.9293 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate İzmit in Kocaeli. For broader context, explore the Kocaeli state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to İzmit?

The nearest airport to İzmit is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), roughly 54 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of İzmit?

İzmit sits at an elevation of approximately 19 meters (62 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kocaeli.

🗺 Which cities are closest to İzmit?

The closest cities to İzmit include Dilovası, Kocaeli, Kullar. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in İzmit today?

Today in İzmit, sunrise is at 06:07 AM and sunset is at 08:03 PM, giving a day length of 13h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from İzmit's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is İzmit from the Equator?

İzmit is approximately 4,538 km (2,820 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,523 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from İzmit?

The antipodal point of İzmit — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 1,938 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is İzmit from Ankara, the capital of Turkey?

İzmit is approximately 265 km (165 mi) E of Ankara, the national capital of Turkey, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.