Airport Comparison
| JNB | PEM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Padre Aldamiz International Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | PEM |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | SPTU |
| City | Johannesburg | Puerto Maldonado |
| Country | South Africa | Peru |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 659 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | -12.610000, -69.230000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Puerto Maldonado (PEM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Padre Aldamiz International Airport (PEM) in Puerto Maldonado, Peru is 10,121 kilometers (6,289 miles / 5,465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.
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 Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:38 in Johannesburg, it's 20:38 in Puerto Maldonado. 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 4,899 feet between the two airports. Padre Aldamiz 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 Puerto Maldonado (PEM) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 117° (east 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 Padre Aldamiz International Airport (PEM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.