DUR
Durban
South Africa
7,886 km
4,900 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
7,886 km
4,900 mi / 4,258 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
358°
north

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DUR IST
Airport Name King Shaka International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code DUR IST
ICAO Code FALE LTFM
City Durban Istanbul
Country South Africa Turkey
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 295 ft 325 ft
Coordinates -29.610000, 31.120000 41.280000, 28.750000

Durban (DUR) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, South Africa to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 7,886 kilometers (4,900 miles / 4,258 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:57 in Durban, it's 16:57 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Durban (DUR) follows a heading of 178° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Shaka International Airport (DUR) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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