The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Virac Airport (VRC) in Virac, Philippines is 9,463 kilometers (5,880 miles / 5,109 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Philippines. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:05 in Istanbul, it's 07:05 in Virac. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Virac (VRC) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 311° (northwest). 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 Virac Airport (VRC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.