The flight distance from Bardufoss Airport (BDU) in Malselv, Norway to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 10,614 kilometers (6,595 miles / 5,731 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Norway 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 18:26 in Malselv, it's 19:26 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,306 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Bardufoss Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Malselv (BDU) follows a heading of 357° (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 Bardufoss Airport (BDU) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.