Airport Comparison
| JNB | WMO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | White Mountain Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | WMO |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | PAWM |
| City | Johannesburg | White Mountain |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 267 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 64.690000, -163.410000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to White Mountain (WMO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to White Mountain Airport (WMO) in White Mountain, United States is 15,647 kilometers (9,723 miles / 8,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:43 in Johannesburg, it's 02:43 in White Mountain. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,291 feet between the two airports. White Mountain 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 White Mountain (WMO) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 White Mountain Airport (WMO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.