The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Mario Ribeiro Airport (MOC) in Montes Claros, Brazil is 9,842 kilometers (6,116 miles / 5,315 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:59 in Istanbul, it's 09:59 in Montes Claros. With a 6-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 1,866 feet between the two airports. Mario Ribeiro Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Montes Claros (MOC) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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