The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Ziguinchor Airport (ZIG) in Ziguinchor, Senegal is 6,456 kilometers (4,012 miles / 3,486 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Senegal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:53 in Johannesburg, it's 10:53 in Ziguinchor.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,483 feet between the two airports. Ziguinchor 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 Ziguinchor (ZIG) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 132° (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 Ziguinchor Airport (ZIG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.