Airport Comparison
| ISL | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ataturk International Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | ISL | JNB |
| ICAO Code | LTBA | FAOR |
| City | Istanbul | Johannesburg |
| Country | Turkey | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 163 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.980000, 28.810000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Istanbul (ISL) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ataturk International Airport (ISL) in Istanbul, Turkey to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 7,463 kilometers (4,637 miles / 4,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 181°.
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 Turkey with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:17 in Istanbul, it's 16:17 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,395 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Ataturk International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Istanbul (ISL) follows a heading of 0° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ataturk International Airport (ISL) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.