JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
490 km
305 miles
VIR
Durban
South Africa
Distance
490 km
305 mi / 265 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
146°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

JNB VIR
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Virginia Airport
IATA Code JNB VIR
ICAO Code FAOR FAVG
City Johannesburg Durban
Country South Africa South Africa
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 5,558 ft 20 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 -29.770000, 31.060000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Durban (VIR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Virginia Airport (VIR) in Durban, South Africa is 490 kilometers (305 miles / 265 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 146°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

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 00:52 in Johannesburg, it's 00:52 in Durban.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,538 feet between the two airports. Virginia 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 Durban (VIR) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 325° (northwest). 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 Virginia Airport (VIR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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