JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
3,986 km
2,477 miles
MAK
Malakal
South Sudan
Distance
3,986 km
2,477 mi / 2,152 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

JNB MAK
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Malakal Airport
IATA Code JNB MAK
ICAO Code FAOR HSSM
City Johannesburg Malakal
Country South Africa South Sudan
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Juba
Elevation 5,558 ft 1,291 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 9.560000, 31.650000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Malakal (MAK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Malakal Airport (MAK) in Malakal, South Sudan is 3,986 kilometers (2,477 miles / 2,152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with South Sudan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:15 in Johannesburg, it's 10:15 in Malakal.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,267 feet between the two airports. Malakal 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 Malakal (MAK) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 185° (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 Malakal Airport (MAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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