FDO
San Fernando
Argentina
8,133 km
5,053 miles
JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
Distance
8,133 km
5,053 mi / 4,391 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Heading
110°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

FDO JNB
Airport Name San Fernando Airport O. R. Tambo International Airport
IATA Code FDO JNB
ICAO Code SADF FAOR
City San Fernando Johannesburg
Country Argentina South Africa
Timezone America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 10 ft 5,558 ft
Coordinates -34.450000, -58.590000 -26.130000, 28.240000

San Fernando (FDO) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from San Fernando Airport (FDO) in San Fernando, Argentina to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,133 kilometers (5,053 miles / 4,391 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Argentina 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 07:54 in San Fernando, it's 12:54 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 5,548 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than San Fernando Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to San Fernando (FDO) follows a heading of 239° (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 San Fernando Airport (FDO) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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