The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) in Punta del Este, Uruguay is 12,022 kilometers (7,470 miles / 6,491 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

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 Uruguay. 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 11:35 in Istanbul, it's 05:35 in Punta del Este. With a 6-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 Punta del Este (PDP) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 52° (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 Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.