The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 7,454 kilometers (4,632 miles / 4,025 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

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 12:17 in Johannesburg, it's 13:17 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,246 feet between the two airports. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport sits lower than O. R. Tambo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 181° (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 O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.