Airport Comparison
| HLW | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hluhluwe Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | HLW | JNB |
| ICAO Code | FAHL | FAOR |
| City | Hluhluwe | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 249 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | -28.020000, 32.280000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Hluhluwe (HLW) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hluhluwe Airport (HLW) in Hluhluwe, South Africa to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 452 kilometers (281 miles / 244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.
This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.
This is a domestic route within South Africa. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 09:00 in Hluhluwe, it's 09:00 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,309 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Hluhluwe Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Hluhluwe (HLW) follows a heading of 119° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hluhluwe Airport (HLW) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.