The flight distance from Ernabella Airport (ERB) in Ernabella Airport, Australia to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 12,970 kilometers (8,059 miles / 7,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 Australia with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:48 in Ernabella Airport, it's 17:18 in Istanbul. With a 7.5-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 Ernabella Airport (ERB) follows a heading of 103° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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