The flight distance from Great Bend Municipal Airport (GBD) in Great Bend, United States to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 9,692 kilometers (6,022 miles / 5,233 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 United States 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 16:06 in Great Bend, it's 01:06 in Istanbul. With a 9-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 1,562 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Great Bend Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Great Bend (GBD) follows a heading of 322° (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 Great Bend Municipal Airport (GBD) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.