The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) in Ruinas de Copan, Honduras is 11,101 kilometers (6,898 miles / 5,994 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Honduras. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:03 in Istanbul, it's 06:03 in Ruinas de Copan. 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 1,665 feet between the two airports. Copan Ruinas Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Ruinas de Copan (RUY) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 42° (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 Copan Ruinas Airport (RUY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.