The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Rand Airport (QRA) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 7,150 kilometers (4,443 miles / 3,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south at a heading of 176°.

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 Greece 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 06:01 in Athens, it's 06:01 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,175 feet between the two airports. Rand Airport sits higher than Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (QRA) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 356° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Rand Airport (QRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.