The flight distance from Jalaluddin Airport (GTO) in Gorontalo-Celebes Island, Indonesia to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 10,303 kilometers (6,402 miles / 5,563 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 Indonesia with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:32 in Gorontalo-Celebes Island, it's 20:32 in Istanbul. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Gorontalo-Celebes Island (GTO) follows a heading of 87° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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