The flight distance from Alula Airport (ALU) in Alula, Somalia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 4,885 kilometers (3,036 miles / 2,638 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.

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 Somalia with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:36 in Alula, it's 06:36 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,552 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Alula Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Alula (ALU) follows a heading of 33° (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 Alula Airport (ALU) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.