IST
Istanbul
Turkey
7,670 km
4,766 miles
MZQ
Mkuze
South Africa
Distance
7,670 km
4,766 mi / 4,141 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
177°
south

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IST MZQ
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Mkuze Airport
IATA Code IST MZQ
ICAO Code LTFM FAMU
City Istanbul Mkuze
Country Turkey South Africa
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 325 ft 400 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -27.630000, 32.040000

Istanbul (IST) to Mkuze (MZQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Mkuze Airport (MZQ) in Mkuze, South Africa is 7,670 kilometers (4,766 miles / 4,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 02:57 in Istanbul, it's 01:57 in Mkuze.

The return flight from Mkuze (MZQ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 357° (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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Mkuze Airport (MZQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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