Airport Comparison
| JNB | LJU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | LJU |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | LJLJ |
| City | Johannesburg | Ljubljana |
| Country | South Africa | Slovenia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Europe/Ljubljana |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 1,273 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 46.220000, 14.460000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Ljubljana (LJU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) in Ljubljana, Slovenia is 8,164 kilometers (5,073 miles / 4,408 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 350°.
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 Slovenia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:54 in Johannesburg, it's 10:54 in Ljubljana.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,285 feet between the two airports. Ljubljana Joze Pucnik 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 Ljubljana (LJU) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 167° (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 Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.