IST
Istanbul
Turkey
7,371 km
4,580 miles
SZK
Skukuza
South Africa
Distance
7,371 km
4,580 mi / 3,980 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
177°
south

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IST SZK
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Skukuza Airport
IATA Code IST SZK
ICAO Code LTFM FASZ
City Istanbul Skukuza
Country Turkey South Africa
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 325 ft 1,020 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -24.960000, 31.590000

Istanbul (IST) to Skukuza (SZK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Skukuza Airport (SZK) in Skukuza, South Africa is 7,371 kilometers (4,580 miles / 3,980 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 15:25 in Istanbul, it's 14:25 in Skukuza.

The return flight from Skukuza (SZK) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 358° (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 Skukuza Airport (SZK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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