Airport Comparison
Johannesburg (JNB) to Marqua (MQE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Marqua Airport (MQE) in Marqua, Australia is 10,638 kilometers (6,610 miles / 5,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:22 in Johannesburg, it's 11:52 in Marqua. With a 7.5-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 5,558 feet between the two airports. Marqua 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 Marqua (MQE) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 239° (west 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 Marqua Airport (MQE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.