The flight distance from Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) in Grand Island, United States to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 9,429 kilometers (5,859 miles / 5,092 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 16:40 in Grand Island, it's 01:40 in Istanbul. With a 9-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 1,522 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Central Nebraska Regional Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Grand Island (GRI) follows a heading of 323° (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 Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.