The flight distance from Bitburg Airport (BBJ) in Bitburg, Germany to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,726 kilometers (5,422 miles / 4,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 Germany 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 09:31 in Bitburg, it's 10:31 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,338 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Bitburg Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Bitburg (BBJ) follows a heading of 346° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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