The flight distance from Ricardo Garcia Posada Airport (ESR) in El Salvador, Chile to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 9,478 kilometers (5,889 miles / 5,118 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:54 in El Salvador, it's 03:54 in Johannesburg. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to El Salvador (ESR) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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