The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Mutiara Airport (PLW) in Palu-Celebes Island, Indonesia is 10,172 kilometers (6,321 miles / 5,492 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:24 in Istanbul, it's 02:24 in Palu-Celebes Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Palu-Celebes Island (PLW) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 311° (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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Mutiara Airport (PLW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.