Airport Comparison
| JNB | YNL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Points North Landing Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | YNL |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | CYNL |
| City | Johannesburg | Points North Landing |
| Country | South Africa | Canada |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 1,605 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 58.280000, -104.080000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Points North Landing (YNL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Points North Landing Airport (YNL) in Points North Landing, Canada is 14,880 kilometers (9,246 miles / 8,035 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.
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 21:06 in Johannesburg, it's 13:06 in Points North Landing. With a 8-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 3,953 feet between the two airports. Points North Landing 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 Points North Landing (YNL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 67° (east northeast). 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 Points North Landing Airport (YNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.