How long is the TK242 flight?

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

Which terminal does TK242 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 TK242 have?

Also listed as THY242 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 242.

Can I get compensation if TK242 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.

TK242 Flight Status Turkish Airlines: Istanbul to Johannesburg (THY242)

Turkish Airlines TK 242

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 18h 28m 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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TK 242 Flight Status & Schedule Turkish Airlines 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 >

Turkish Airlines operates TK 242 from Istanbul to Johannesburg, a 7,494 km (4,657 mi) trip, twice a week (Friday and Sunday). With 9 h 55 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 9 h 5 min, 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 TK 242

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.

TK 242 FAQ

How long is the TK242 flight?: The timetable allows 9 h 55 min. Istanbul to Johannesburg is 7,494 km (4,657 mi).
How often is TK242 late?: None of the last 5 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does TK242 fly?: Twice a week: Friday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does TK242 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 TK242 have?: Also listed as THY242 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 242.
Can I get compensation if TK242 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.

TK242 and Istanbul IST to Johannesburg JNB Flights

Flight TK242 is code-shared by 1 airline using the flight number SA2506

Other flights departing from Istanbul IST: TK2668, TK2694, SV258, B99711

Other flights arriving at Johannesburg JNB: KL591, SA372, FA561

All flights connecting Istanbul IST to Johannesburg JNB.