The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (PGK) in Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island, Indonesia is 8,694 kilometers (5,402 miles / 4,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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 Indonesia. 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 00:03 in Johannesburg, it's 05:03 in Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island. 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 5,449 feet between the two airports. Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) 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 Pangkal Pinang-Palaubangka Island (PGK) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 244° (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 Pangkal Pinang (Depati Amir) Airport (PGK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.