Airport Comparison
| HUG | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Huehuetenango Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | HUG | JNB |
| ICAO Code | MGHT | FAOR |
| City | Huehuetenango | Johannesburg |
| Country | Guatemala | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 6,375 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 15.330000, -91.460000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Huehuetenango (HUG) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Huehuetenango Airport (HUG) in Huehuetenango, Guatemala to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 13,683 kilometers (8,502 miles / 7,388 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.
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 Guatemala with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:07 in Huehuetenango, it's 11:07 in Johannesburg. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Huehuetenango (HUG) follows a heading of 272° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Huehuetenango Airport (HUG) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.