The flight distance from Ekibastuz Airport (EKB) in Ekibastuz, Kazakhstan to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 9,782 kilometers (6,078 miles / 5,282 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 221°.

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 Kazakhstan 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 12:56 in Ekibastuz, it's 09:56 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 4,937 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Ekibastuz Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Ekibastuz (EKB) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Ekibastuz Airport (EKB) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.