The flight distance from Bristol Filton Airport (FZO) in Bristol, United Kingdom to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 9,145 kilometers (5,683 miles / 4,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:12 in Bristol, it's 10:12 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,332 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Bristol Filton Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Bristol (FZO) follows a heading of 341° (north 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 Bristol Filton Airport (FZO) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.