The flight distance from Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) in Electric City, United States to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 9,604 kilometers (5,967 miles / 5,186 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

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 16:03 in Electric City, it's 03:03 in Istanbul. With a 11-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 1,268 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Grand Coulee Dam Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Electric City (GCD) follows a heading of 339° (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 Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.