JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
7,114 km
4,420 miles
STV
Surat Airport
India
Distance
7,114 km
4,420 mi / 3,841 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
47°
northeast

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JNB STV
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Surat Airport
IATA Code JNB STV
ICAO Code FAOR VASU
City Johannesburg N/A
Country South Africa India
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 5,558 ft 16 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 21.110000, 72.740000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Surat Airport (STV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Surat Airport (STV) in Surat Airport, India is 7,114 kilometers (4,420 miles / 3,841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 India. 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 16:32 in Johannesburg, it's 20:02 in Surat Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,542 feet between the two airports. Surat 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 Surat Airport (STV) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 224° (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 Surat Airport (STV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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