Airport Comparison
| JNB | KHW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Khwai River Lodge Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | KHW |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | FBKR |
| City | Johannesburg | Khwai River Lodge |
| Country | South Africa | Botswana |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Gaborone |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 3,000 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | -19.150000, 23.780000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Khwai River Lodge (KHW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) in Khwai River Lodge, Botswana is 901 kilometers (560 miles / 486 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Botswana. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:19 in Johannesburg, it's 08:19 in Khwai River Lodge.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,558 feet between the two airports. Khwai River Lodge 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 Khwai River Lodge (KHW) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Khwai River Lodge Airport (KHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.