Airport Comparison
| JNB | MTC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Selfridge Angb Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | MTC |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KMTC |
| City | Johannesburg | Mount Clemens |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Detroit |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 580 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 42.610000, -82.840000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Mount Clemens (MTC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Selfridge Angb Airport (MTC) in Mount Clemens, United States is 13,610 kilometers (8,457 miles / 7,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:14 in Johannesburg, it's 11:14 in Mount Clemens. 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 4,979 feet between the two airports. Selfridge Angb 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 Mount Clemens (MTC) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 97° (east). 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 Selfridge Angb Airport (MTC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.