The flight distance from Ayers Rock Connellan Airport (AYQ) in Ayers Rock, Australia to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 12,803 kilometers (7,956 miles / 6,913 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:18 in Ayers Rock, it's 02:48 in Istanbul. With a 6.5-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 1,301 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Ayers Rock Connellan Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Ayers Rock (AYQ) follows a heading of 102° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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