The flight distance from Abakan Airport (ABA) in Abakan, Russia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 10,744 kilometers (6,676 miles / 5,801 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 234°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:39 in Abakan, it's 19:39 in Johannesburg. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,727 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Abakan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Abakan (ABA) follows a heading of 32° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abakan Airport (ABA) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.