The flight distance from Nieuw Nickerie Airport (ICK) in Nieuw Nickerie, Suriname to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 9,831 kilometers (6,109 miles / 5,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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 Suriname 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 02:33 in Nieuw Nickerie, it's 07:33 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 5,549 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Nieuw Nickerie Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Nieuw Nickerie (ICK) follows a heading of 277° (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 Nieuw Nickerie Airport (ICK) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.