The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Juan Mendoza Airport (ORU) in Oruro, Bolivia is 11,789 kilometers (7,326 miles / 6,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:21 in Istanbul, it's 22:21 in Oruro. With a 7-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 11,827 feet between the two airports. Juan Mendoza Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Oruro (ORU) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 51° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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