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Miami to Istanbul flights take around 11 hours 50 minutes with typical routing. The distance between MIA and IST sits at roughly 5,962 miles (9,594 kilometers). Most itineraries require one connection. Travelers fly out of Miami International Airport (MIA), which has daily connections to Istanbul Airport (IST). Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of Miami time. Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines operate service on this route. Flight times vary based on layover duration and routing options you pick.
Flights from Miami to Istanbul run about 11 hours 50 minutes depending on your routing. Miami to Istanbul through major hubs takes around 11 hours 10 minutes on direct service when available.
Turkish Airlines operates connections from Miami through their hub network. American Airlines also provides service, so you can book through to Istanbul on a single ticket.
Layovers in hub cities typically last 1 to 3 hours. Longer connections can push total travel time up, but sometimes those tickets cost $100 to $300 less than the shorter itineraries.
Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of Miami. When you leave Miami in the afternoon, you're typically landing in Istanbul the next morning local time for eastbound flights.
Most flights depart Miami in the afternoon or evening. The overnight connection works well since you can sleep on the longer leg, then catch a shorter connecting flight.
Booking 6 to 8 weeks out usually gets you the best fares. Shoulder season months tend to be cheaper than peak summer travel and winter holidays.
How long is the flight from Miami to Istanbul?
The flight from Miami to Istanbul takes around 11 hours 50 minutes. Direct flights run about 11 hours 10 minutes. Total travel time depends on your layover city and duration.
How far is it from Miami to Istanbul?
The distance from Miami to Istanbul is approximately 5,962 miles (9,594 kilometers). This route crosses the Atlantic Ocean and multiple time zones.
What is the time difference between Miami and Istanbul?
Istanbul is 8 hours ahead of Miami time. When planning calls or meetings, factor in this difference. Daylight saving changes may shift the gap by an hour during certain months.
Are there direct flights from Miami to Istanbul?
Yes, direct flights operate between Miami and Istanbul. Turkish Airlines offers nonstop service on this route. Flight time is around 11 hours 10 minutes.
Which airlines fly from Miami to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines operate service from Miami to Istanbul. Turkish Airlines has the most weekly departures on this route.
Planning beyond this route? Explore more flight times, distances, and travel durations using our tools below. Start with our Flight Time Calculator to estimate journey times worldwide, or browse average travel times from your departure city using the Miami Flight Times.
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