The flight distance from Mariscal Lamar Airport (CUE) in Cuenca, Ecuador to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 11,695 kilometers (7,267 miles / 6,315 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:12 in Cuenca, it's 02:12 in Istanbul. With a 8-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 7,981 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Mariscal Lamar Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Cuenca (CUE) follows a heading of 280° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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