The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) in Joao Pessoa, Brazil is 6,987 kilometers (4,341 miles / 3,772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

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 South Africa with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:15 in Johannesburg, it's 22:15 in Joao Pessoa. 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 5,341 feet between the two airports. Presidente Castro Pinto Airport sits lower than O. R. Tambo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Joao Pessoa (JPA) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 116° (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 O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.