Airport Comparison
| DPG | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | DPG | JNB |
| ICAO Code | KDPG | FAOR |
| City | Dugway Proving Ground | Johannesburg |
| Country | United States | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 4,350 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.200000, -112.940000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport (DPG) in Dugway Proving Ground, United States to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 16,116 kilometers (10,014 miles / 8,702 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.
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 05:38 in Dugway Proving Ground, it's 14:38 in Johannesburg. With a 9-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 1,208 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) follows a heading of 304° (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 Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport (DPG) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.