The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Leinster Airport (LER) in Leinster Airport, Australia is 8,909 kilometers (5,536 miles / 4,810 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:17 in Johannesburg, it's 13:17 in Leinster Airport. 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 3,927 feet between the two airports. Leinster 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 Leinster Airport (LER) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 246° (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 Leinster Airport (LER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.