Airport Comparison
| JNB | NST | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | NST |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | VTSF |
| City | Johannesburg | Nakhon Si Thammarat |
| Country | South Africa | Thailand |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Bangkok |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 8.540000, 99.940000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Nakhon Si Thammarat (NST) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST) in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand is 8,638 kilometers (5,367 miles / 4,664 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:08 in Johannesburg, it's 10:08 in Nakhon Si Thammarat. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,545 feet between the two airports. Nakhon Si Thammarat 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat (NST) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 241° (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 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.