Airport Comparison
| JNB | XIJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base |
| IATA Code | JNB | XIJ |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | OKAJ |
| City | Johannesburg | Ahmed Al Jaber AB |
| Country | South Africa | Kuwait |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Kuwait |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 409 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 28.930000, 47.790000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Ahmed Al Jaber AB (XIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) in Ahmed Al Jaber AB, Kuwait is 6,468 kilometers (4,019 miles / 3,492 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.
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 Kuwait. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:35 in Johannesburg, it's 11:35 in Ahmed Al Jaber AB.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,149 feet between the two airports. Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base 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 Ahmed Al Jaber AB (XIJ) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). 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 Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base (XIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.