Airport Comparison
| BTS | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | M. R. Stefanik Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | BTS | JNB |
| ICAO Code | LZIB | FAOR |
| City | Bratislava | Johannesburg |
| Country | Slovakia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Bratislava | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 436 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 48.170000, 17.210000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Bratislava (BTS) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from M. R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) in Bratislava, Slovakia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,335 kilometers (5,179 miles / 4,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 170°.
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 Slovakia 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 16:29 in Bratislava, it's 17:29 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,122 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than M. R. Stefanik Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Bratislava (BTS) follows a heading of 352° (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 M. R. Stefanik Airport (BTS) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.