The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Tres Esquinas Air Base (TQS) in Tres Esquinas, Colombia is 11,115 kilometers (6,906 miles / 6,001 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Colombia. 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 18:20 in Istanbul, it's 10:20 in Tres Esquinas. With a 8-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 Tres Esquinas (TQS) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 48° (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 Tres Esquinas Air Base (TQS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.