The flight distance from JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) in Cockburn Town, TC to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 9,235 kilometers (5,738 miles / 4,986 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 TC 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 04:56 in Cockburn Town, it's 12:56 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 Cockburn Town (GDT) follows a heading of 293° (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 JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.