Airport Comparison
Jabiru Airport (JAB) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jabiru Airport (JAB) in Jabiru Airport, Australia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 10,806 kilometers (6,715 miles / 5,835 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.
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 Australia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:39 in Jabiru Airport, it's 13:09 in Johannesburg. With a 7.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,473 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Jabiru Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Jabiru Airport (JAB) follows a heading of 108° (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 Jabiru Airport (JAB) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.