The flight distance from Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport (BKS) in Bengkulu-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,232 kilometers (5,115 miles / 4,445 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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 Indonesia 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 09:42 in Bengkulu-Sumatra Island, it's 04:42 in Johannesburg. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,508 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Bengkulu-Sumatra Island (BKS) follows a heading of 86° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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