IST
Istanbul
Turkey
7,466 km
4,639 miles
MBD
Mafeking
South Africa
Distance
7,466 km
4,639 mi / 4,031 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
183°
south

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Airport Comparison

IST MBD
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Mmabatho International Airport
IATA Code IST MBD
ICAO Code LTFM FAMM
City Istanbul Mafeking
Country Turkey South Africa
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 325 ft 4,181 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -25.800000, 25.550000

Istanbul (IST) to Mafeking (MBD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa is 7,466 kilometers (4,639 miles / 4,031 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 183°.

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 02:46 in Istanbul, it's 01:46 in Mafeking.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,856 feet between the two airports. Mmabatho International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Mafeking (MBD) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 3° (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 Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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