The flight distance from Apalachicola Regional-Cleve Randolph Field (AAF) in Apalachicola, United States to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 13,539 kilometers (8,413 miles / 7,311 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 104°.

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 United States with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:06 in Apalachicola, it's 23:06 in Johannesburg. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,538 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Apalachicola Regional-Cleve Randolph Field. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Apalachicola (AAF) follows a heading of 290° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Apalachicola Regional-Cleve Randolph Field (AAF) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.