The flight distance from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) in Alor Satar, Malaysia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,555 kilometers (5,316 miles / 4,620 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:06 in Alor Satar, it's 23:06 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 5,543 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Sultan Abdul Halim Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Alor Satar (AOR) follows a heading of 76° (east 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 Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.