How long is the SA2506 flight?

The timetable allows 9 h 55 min. Istanbul to Johannesburg is 7,494 km (4,657 mi).

Which terminal does SA2506 use?

It usually arrives at Terminal A at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does SA2506 have?

Also listed as SAA2506 (South African Airways' ICAO code) and SA 2506.

Can I get compensation if SA2506 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €600 per passenger may be due under Turkey's SHY passenger rules when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules.

SA2506 Flight Status South African Airways: Istanbul to Johannesburg (SAA2506)

South African Airways SA 2506

Landed On Time

IST Istanbul

Scheduled: 13:30
Actual: 13:45

Gate: A1F

Departure: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time UTC+3

Istanbul Airport (IST)

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JNB Johannesburg

Scheduled: 22:25
Actual: 21:53
Delay

Terminal: A | Gate: 14

Arrival: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time UTC+2

Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)

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Landed 19h 59m ago 100%

IST 13:45 JNB 21:53

7,494 km (4,657 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 7494 km / 4657 miles · Scheduled Duration: 09:55 · Actual Duration: 09:08

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SA 2506 Flight Status & Schedule South African Airways Istanbul to Johannesburg

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 08	IST	JNB	13:45	21:53	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	IST	JNB	13:42	21:49	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	IST	JNB	13:41	21:33	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	IST	JNB	13:41	21:53	Landed	Track >
Oct 25	IST	JNB	13:51	21:55	Landed	Track >

South African Airways flight SA 2506 links Istanbul and Johannesburg, 7,494 km (4,657 mi) apart, and flies twice a week: Friday and Sunday. Its timetable allows 9 h 55 min; in practice it usually takes about 9 h 5 min, so it often makes up time. Yesterday it left 15 minutes late and still landed at 21:53, 32 minutes early.

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About SA 2506

Route: Istanbul Airport IST to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport JNB
Distance: 7,494 km (4,657 mi)
Typical flight time: 9 h 5 min
Flies: Fri, Sun
On time: 5 of the last 5

Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules. Yesterday's flight landed 32 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

SA 2506 FAQ

How long is the SA2506 flight?: The timetable allows 9 h 55 min. Istanbul to Johannesburg is 7,494 km (4,657 mi).
How often is SA2506 late?: None of the last 5 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does SA2506 fly?: Twice a week: Friday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does SA2506 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal A at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does SA2506 have?: Also listed as SAA2506 (South African Airways' ICAO code) and SA 2506.
Can I get compensation if SA2506 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €600 per passenger may be due under Turkey's SHY passenger rules when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules.

SA2506 and Istanbul IST to Johannesburg JNB Flights

Flight SA2506 is a code-share South African Airways flight of the Turkish Airlines operated TK242.

Other flights departing from Istanbul IST: TK2668, TK2694, TK242, B99711

Other flights arriving at Johannesburg JNB: TK242, SA372

All flights connecting Istanbul IST to Johannesburg JNB.