The flight distance from Cut Bank International Airport (CTB) in Cut Bank, United States to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 9,317 kilometers (5,790 miles / 5,031 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.

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 11:40 in Cut Bank, it's 21:40 in Istanbul. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,533 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Cut Bank International Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Cut Bank (CTB) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Cut Bank International Airport (CTB) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.