The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) in Franceville, Gabon is 3,148 kilometers (1,956 miles / 1,700 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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 Gabon. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:44 in Johannesburg, it's 11:44 in Franceville.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,108 feet between the two airports. M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba 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 Franceville (MVB) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 151° (south 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 M'Vengue El Hadj Omar Bongo Ondimba International Airport (MVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.