The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) in Kirkuk, Iraq is 7,056 kilometers (4,384 miles / 3,810 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.

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 Iraq. 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 02:12 in Johannesburg, it's 03:12 in Kirkuk.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,497 feet between the two airports. Kirkuk Air Base 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 Kirkuk (KIK) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 196° (south 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 Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.