JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
7,102 km
4,413 miles
MAA
Chennai
India
Distance
7,102 km
4,413 mi / 3,835 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
59°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

JNB MAA
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Chennai International Airport
IATA Code JNB MAA
ICAO Code FAOR VOMM
City Johannesburg Chennai
Country South Africa India
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 5,558 ft 52 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 12.990000, 80.170000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Chennai (MAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Chennai International Airport (MAA) in Chennai, India is 7,102 kilometers (4,413 miles / 3,835 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 India. 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 00:23 in Johannesburg, it's 03:53 in Chennai. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,506 feet between the two airports. Chennai 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 Chennai (MAA) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 232° (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 Chennai International Airport (MAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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