The flight distance from Barrow Island Airport (BWB) in Barrow Island Airport, Australia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,736 kilometers (5,428 miles / 4,717 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 Australia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:18 in Barrow Island Airport, it's 04:18 in Johannesburg. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,532 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Barrow Island Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Barrow Island Airport (BWB) follows a heading of 108° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Barrow Island Airport (BWB) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.