The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil is 10,484 kilometers (6,514 miles / 5,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

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 Brazil. 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 04:38 in Istanbul, it's 22:38 in Ribeirao Preto. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,481 feet between the two airports. Leite Lopes Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Ribeirao Preto (RAO) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 47° (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 Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.