Distance from Los Angeles to Istanbul

The straight-line distance from Los Angeles (United States) to Istanbul (Turkey) is 11,020 km (6,848 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 13 hr 15 min. Istanbul is +11 hr relative to Los Angeles.

Straight-Line Distance

11,020 km

6,848 mi

Estimated Flight Time

13 hr 15 min

at 900 km/h + 1 hr ground

Time Zone Difference

+11 hr

standard time

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Istanbul is 11,020 km (6,848 mi). This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities, measured along the surface of the Earth using the haversine formula. Actual travel distances by road will be longer.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

The estimated flight time from Los Angeles to Istanbul is 13 hr 15 min. This estimate assumes a cruising speed of 900 km/h plus 1 hour for takeoff, landing, and taxi time. Actual flight times vary by airline, aircraft type, winds, and specific routing.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Istanbul?

Istanbul is +11 hr relative to Los Angeles. This is based on standard (non-DST) UTC offsets. During daylight saving time, the difference may vary by one hour depending on which regions observe DST and when they transition.

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