The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 3,488 kilometers (2,167 miles / 1,883 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Central African Republic with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:11 in Bangassou, it's 01:11 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,852 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Bangassou Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Bangassou (BGU) follows a heading of 350° (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 Bangassou Airport (BGU) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.