Airport Comparison
| AFD | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port Alfred Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFD | JNB |
| ICAO Code | FAPA | FAOR |
| City | Port Alfred | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 307 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.550000, 26.880000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Port Alfred (AFD) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Alfred Airport (AFD) in Port Alfred, South Africa to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 835 kilometers (519 miles / 451 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north at a heading of 9°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within South Africa. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 20:08 in Port Alfred, it's 20:08 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,251 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Port Alfred Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Alfred (AFD) follows a heading of 189° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Port Alfred Airport (AFD) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.