Airport Comparison
| JNB | VST | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Stockholm Vasteras Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | VST |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | ESOW |
| City | Johannesburg | Stockholm / Vasteras |
| Country | South Africa | Sweden |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Europe/Stockholm |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 59.590000, 16.630000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Stockholm / Vasteras (VST) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) in Stockholm / Vasteras, Sweden is 9,591 kilometers (5,960 miles / 5,179 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 354°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Sweden. 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 00:30 in Johannesburg, it's 23:30 in Stockholm / Vasteras.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,537 feet between the two airports. Stockholm Vasteras 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 Stockholm / Vasteras (VST) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 170° (south). 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 Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.