Houston (IAH) to Istanbul (ISL)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 6,375 | 10,200 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 6,375 | 10,200 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 6,375 | 9,563 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 6,375 | 9,563 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 6,375 | 12,750 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 6,375 | 9,563 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flying saves serious time on this route! Driving from Houston to Istanbul would take approximately 14 days compared to just 12h 39m by air.
✈️ Flight Details
The IAH to ISL route connects Houston, United States with Istanbul, Turkey. This long-haul flight covers 6,375 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from United States to Turkey. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NE bearing of 39° from Houston. There is a 9 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About IAH
George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH) serves Houston, United States.
🛬 About ISL
Atatürk International Airport
Atatürk International Airport (ISL) serves Istanbul, Turkey.