The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico is 11,669 kilometers (7,251 miles / 6,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Mexico. 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 16:39 in Istanbul, it's 06:39 in San Jose del Cabo. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Jose del Cabo (SJD) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 31° (north 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 Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.