The flight distance from Merritt Island Airport (COI) in Merritt Island, United States to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 9,414 kilometers (5,850 miles / 5,083 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:01 in Merritt Island, it's 15:01 in Istanbul. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Merritt Island (COI) follows a heading of 304° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Merritt Island Airport (COI) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.