COS
Colorado Springs
United States
15,436 km
9,591 miles
JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
Distance
15,436 km
9,591 mi / 8,335 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
87°
east

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COS JNB
Airport Name City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport O. R. Tambo International Airport
IATA Code COS JNB
ICAO Code KCOS FAOR
City Colorado Springs Johannesburg
Country United States South Africa
Timezone America/Denver Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 6,187 ft 5,558 ft
Coordinates 38.810000, -104.700000 -26.130000, 28.240000

Colorado Springs (COS) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 15,436 kilometers (9,591 miles / 8,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:54 in Colorado Springs, it's 01:54 in Johannesburg. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 300° (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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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