The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador is 11,649 kilometers (7,238 miles / 6,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west at a heading of 259°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:24 in Johannesburg, it's 15:24 in Machala. With a 7-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 5,547 feet between the two airports. General Manuel Serrano 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 Machala (MCH) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.