The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Vila Real Airport (VRL) in Vila Real Airport, Portugal is 8,360 kilometers (5,195 miles / 4,514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:24 in Johannesburg, it's 23:24 in Vila Real Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,753 feet between the two airports. Vila Real 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 Vila Real Airport (VRL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 147° (south 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 Vila Real Airport (VRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.