The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Tabuaeran Island Airport (TNV) in Tabuaeran Island, Kiribati is 14,924 kilometers (9,273 miles / 8,058 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 11°.

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 Kiribati. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:47 in Istanbul, it's 19:47 in Tabuaeran Island. 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.

The return flight from Tabuaeran Island (TNV) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 351° (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 Tabuaeran Island Airport (TNV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.