The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Gobernador Horacio Guzman International Airport (JUJ) in San Salvador de Jujuy, Argentina is 9,150 kilometers (5,685 miles / 4,940 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.

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 South Africa with Argentina. 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 12:18 in Johannesburg, it's 07:18 in San Salvador de Jujuy. 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 2,539 feet between the two airports. Gobernador Horacio Guzman International 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 San Salvador de Jujuy (JUJ) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 115° (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 Gobernador Horacio Guzman International Airport (JUJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.