The flight distance from Al Asad Air Base (IQA) in Hit, Iraq to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 6,829 kilometers (4,244 miles / 3,688 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Iraq with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:48 in Hit, it's 11:48 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,940 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Al Asad Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Hit (IQA) follows a heading of 13° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Al Asad Air Base (IQA) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.