JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
6,100 km
3,791 miles
ZUL
Zilfi
Saudi Arabia
Distance
6,100 km
3,791 mi / 3,294 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
18°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

JNB ZUL
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Zilfi Airport
IATA Code JNB ZUL
ICAO Code FAOR OEZL
City Johannesburg Zilfi
Country South Africa Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 5,558 ft 1,900 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 26.350000, 44.830000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Zilfi (ZUL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Zilfi Airport (ZUL) in Zilfi, Saudi Arabia is 6,100 kilometers (3,791 miles / 3,294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 09:00 in Johannesburg, it's 10:00 in Zilfi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,658 feet between the two airports. Zilfi 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 Zilfi (ZUL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 198° (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 Zilfi Airport (ZUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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