Istanbul to Sao Paulo Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Sao Paulo (SAO) connect Turkey and Brazil. The great-circle distance is approximately 10,559 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 14 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and SAO, GRU, CGH. The reverse route is Sao Paulo to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Distance
- 10,559 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- SAO, GRU, CGH
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo
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Route overview
Istanbul to Sao Paulo is a city-pair air route between Turkey and Brazil. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and SAO. Related codes: IST, SAW → SAO, GRU, CGH.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 10,559 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 14 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Sao Paulo airports and metro codes: SAO, GRU, CGH.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Sao Paulo to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Sao Paulo.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo typically take about 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Sao Paulo is approximately 10,559 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Sao Paulo is commonly searched with code SAO (related: SAO, GRU, CGH).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Sao Paulo?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Sao Paulo to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Sao Paulo to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,559 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Sao Paulo route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with Brazil (Sao Paulo).