The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) in Antartica, AQ is 7,559 kilometers (4,697 miles / 4,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 190°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:10 in Johannesburg, it's 23:10 in Antartica. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,097 feet between the two airports. Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway 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 Antartica (UGL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 116° (east 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 Union Glacier Blue-Ice Runway (UGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.