The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Siglufjordur Airport (SIJ) in Siglufjordur, Iceland is 11,004 kilometers (6,837 miles / 5,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 Iceland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:46 in Johannesburg, it's 09:46 in Siglufjordur.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,548 feet between the two airports. Siglufjordur 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 Siglufjordur (SIJ) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 138° (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 Siglufjordur Airport (SIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.