Airport Comparison
| JNB | SKP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Skopje Alexander the Great Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | SKP |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | LWSK |
| City | Johannesburg | Skopje |
| Country | South Africa | North Macedonia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Europe/Skopje |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 781 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 41.960000, 21.620000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Skopje (SKP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (SKP) in Skopje, North Macedonia is 7,602 kilometers (4,724 miles / 4,105 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 355°.
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 North Macedonia. 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 12:28 in Johannesburg, it's 11:28 in Skopje.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,777 feet between the two airports. Skopje Alexander the Great 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 Skopje (SKP) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 174° (south). 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 Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (SKP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.