The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) in Kota Baharu, Malaysia is 8,738 kilometers (5,430 miles / 4,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 Malaysia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:32 in Johannesburg, it's 06:32 in Kota Baharu. With a 6-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 5,542 feet between the two airports. Sultan Ismail Petra 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 Kota Baharu (KBR) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 242° (west southwest). 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 Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.