The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt is 6,053 kilometers (3,761 miles / 3,268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:15 in Johannesburg, it's 15:15 in Sharm el-Sheikh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,415 feet between the two airports. Sharm El Sheikh 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 Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 187° (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 Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.