The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 3,744 kilometers (2,327 miles / 2,022 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with São Tomé and Príncipe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:27 in Johannesburg, it's 22:27 in Sao Tome.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,525 feet between the two airports. Sao Tome 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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 144° (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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.