The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) in Sao Filipe, Cape Verde is 7,299 kilometers (4,535 miles / 3,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:24 in Johannesburg, it's 23:24 in Sao Filipe. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,941 feet between the two airports. Sao Filipe 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 Sao Filipe (SFL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 128° (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 Sao Filipe Airport (SFL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.