The flight distance from Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) in Tamchy, Kyrgyzstan to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 9,111 kilometers (5,662 miles / 4,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Kyrgyzstan 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 04:10 in Tamchy, it's 00:10 in Johannesburg. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Tamchy (IKU) follows a heading of 34° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Issyk-Kul International Airport (IKU) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.