The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Ban Huoeisay Airport (OUI) in Ban Huoeisay Airport, Laos is 9,338 kilometers (5,802 miles / 5,042 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 Laos. 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 02:13 in Johannesburg, it's 07:13 in Ban Huoeisay Airport. 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 4,178 feet between the two airports. Ban Huoeisay 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 Ban Huoeisay Airport (OUI) 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 Ban Huoeisay Airport (OUI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.