Airport Comparison
Albany (ALH) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Albany Airport (ALH) in Albany, Australia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,347 kilometers (5,186 miles / 4,507 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.
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 Australia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:29 in Albany, it's 12:29 in Johannesburg. With a 6-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 5,325 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Albany Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Albany (ALH) follows a heading of 122° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Albany Airport (ALH) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.