Airport Comparison
| JNB | TBS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Tbilisi International Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | TBS |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | UGTB |
| City | Johannesburg | Tbilisi |
| Country | South Africa | Georgia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Tbilisi |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 1,624 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 41.670000, 44.950000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Tbilisi (TBS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) in Tbilisi, Georgia is 7,733 kilometers (4,805 miles / 4,175 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.
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 Georgia. 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 22:30 in Johannesburg, it's 00:30 in Tbilisi.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,934 feet between the two airports. Tbilisi 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 Tbilisi (TBS) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 196° (south 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 Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.