Airport Comparison
| BVR | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Esperadinha Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | BVR | JNB |
| ICAO Code | GVBR | FAOR |
| City | Brava Island | Johannesburg |
| Country | Cape Verde | South Africa |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 64 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.860000, -24.750000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Brava Island (BVR) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Esperadinha Airport (BVR) in Brava Island, Cape Verde to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 7,320 kilometers (4,549 miles / 3,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.
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 Cape Verde with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:53 in Brava Island, it's 12:53 in Johannesburg. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,494 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Esperadinha Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Brava Island (BVR) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Esperadinha Airport (BVR) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.