Istanbul to Johannesburg

Flight distance, time and route map · IST → JNB

The shortest path between the airports (great circle).
Distance7,496 km4,658 miles · 4,048 nautical miles
Flight time
about 9 h 50 min direct, estimated
Heading
south 180° at departure
Type
International · long-haul

Questions

How far is Istanbul from Johannesburg by plane?

The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 7,496 km (4,658 miles). Real flight paths are usually a little longer because of airways, weather and air traffic control.

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Johannesburg?

About 9 h 50 min for a direct flight, estimated at 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Scheduled times vary with the airline, the aircraft and the winds, and the return can differ by an hour or more on long flights.

Which direction do you fly?

Planes leave Istanbul heading south (180°) on the shortest path.

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