The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Port Hope Simpson Airport (YHA) in Port Hope Simpson, Canada is 11,932 kilometers (7,414 miles / 6,443 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Canada. 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 09:45 in Johannesburg, it's 04:15 in Port Hope Simpson. The 5.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,211 feet between the two airports. Port Hope Simpson 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 Port Hope Simpson (YHA) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 111° (east 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 Port Hope Simpson Airport (YHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.