The flight distance from Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) in Dien Bien Phu, Vietnam to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 9,632 kilometers (5,985 miles / 5,201 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.

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 Vietnam 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 11:36 in Dien Bien Phu, it's 06:36 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 3,947 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Dien Bien Phu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dien Bien Phu (DIN) follows a heading of 64° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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