Airport Comparison
Johannesburg (JNB) to Yaounde (YAO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Yaounde Airport (YAO) in Yaounde, Cameroon is 3,788 kilometers (2,354 miles / 2,045 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Cameroon. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:14 in Johannesburg, it's 02:14 in Yaounde.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,094 feet between the two airports. Yaounde 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 Yaounde (YAO) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 153° (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 Yaounde Airport (YAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.