The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Southdowns Airport (KIW) in Kitwe, Zambia is 1,471 kilometers (914 miles / 794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

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 Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:46 in Johannesburg, it's 09:46 in Kitwe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,413 feet between the two airports. Southdowns 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 Kitwe (KIW) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 180° (south). 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 Southdowns Airport (KIW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.