Seattle to Istanbul Flights
Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Istanbul (IST) connect United States and Turkey. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,745 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include SEA and IST, SAW. The reverse route is Istanbul to Seattle. 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
- Seattle, United States
- Destination
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Distance
- 9,745 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 hours
- Origin codes
- SEA
- Destination codes
- IST, SAW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Seattle to Istanbul
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Route overview
Seattle to Istanbul is a city-pair air route between United States and Turkey. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SEA and IST. Related codes: SEA → IST, SAW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,745 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Seattle airports and metro codes: SEA.
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Istanbul to Seattle, other destinations from Seattle, and other origins into Istanbul.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Seattle to Istanbul?
Direct flights from Seattle to Istanbul typically take about 13 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Seattle to Istanbul?
The great-circle distance between Seattle and Istanbul is approximately 9,745 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Seattle to Istanbul?
Seattle is commonly searched with code SEA (related: SEA). Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW).
Are there direct flights from Seattle to Istanbul?
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 Istanbul to Seattle?
The reverse city pair is Istanbul to Seattle. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,745 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Seattle to Istanbul route connect?
This route connects United States (Seattle) with Turkey (Istanbul).