The flight distance from Fangatau Airport (FGU) in Fangatau Airport, French Polynesia to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 17,014 kilometers (10,572 miles / 9,187 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 French Polynesia 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 12:54 in Fangatau Airport, it's 01:54 in Istanbul. With a 13-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 Fangatau Airport (FGU) follows a heading of 338° (north 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 Fangatau Airport (FGU) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.