The flight distance from Udorn Air Base (BAO) in Ban Mak Khaen, Thailand to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 9,391 kilometers (5,836 miles / 5,071 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 240°.

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 Thailand with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:13 in Ban Mak Khaen, it's 17:13 in Johannesburg. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,558 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Udorn Air Base. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Ban Mak Khaen (BAO) follows a heading of 68° (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 Udorn Air Base (BAO) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.