Airport Comparison
| JNB | UTT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | K. D. Matanzima Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | UTT |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | FAUT |
| City | Johannesburg | Mthatha |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 2,400 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | -31.550000, 28.670000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Mthatha (UTT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to K. D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) in Mthatha, South Africa is 604 kilometers (375 miles / 326 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 176°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within South Africa. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 17:34 in Johannesburg, it's 17:34 in Mthatha.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,158 feet between the two airports. K. D. Matanzima 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 Mthatha (UTT) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 K. D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.