The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Port Moller Airport (PML) in Cold Bay, United States is 9,161 kilometers (5,693 miles / 4,947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 5°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:09 in Istanbul, it's 04:09 in Cold Bay. With a 12-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 Cold Bay (PML) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 353° (north). 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 Port Moller Airport (PML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.