The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Bassel Al-Assad International Airport (LTK) in Latakia, Syria is 6,890 kilometers (4,281 miles / 3,720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 Syria. 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 23:29 in Johannesburg, it's 00:29 in Latakia.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,401 feet between the two airports. Bassel Al-Assad International 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 Latakia (LTK) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 188° (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 Bassel Al-Assad International Airport (LTK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.