The flight distance from Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) in Ciudad Obregon, Mexico to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 11,270 kilometers (7,003 miles / 6,085 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:00 in Ciudad Obregon, it's 02:00 in Istanbul. 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 Istanbul (IST) to Ciudad Obregon (CEN) follows a heading of 323° (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 Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.