The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho is 7,873 kilometers (4,892 miles / 4,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

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 Lesotho. 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 20:16 in Istanbul, it's 19:16 in Thaba-Tseka.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,175 feet between the two airports. Thaba-Tseka Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Thaba-Tseka (THB) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 0° (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 Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.