Airport Comparison
| GFY | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grootfontein Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | GFY | JNB |
| ICAO Code | FYGF | FAOR |
| City | Grootfontein | Johannesburg |
| Country | Namibia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Windhoek | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 4,636 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | -19.600000, 18.120000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Grootfontein (GFY) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 1,265 kilometers (786 miles / 683 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southeast at a heading of 127°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Namibia with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:33 in Grootfontein, it's 11:33 in Johannesburg.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Grootfontein (GFY) follows a heading of 303° (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 Grootfontein Airport (GFY) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.