The flight distance from Bird Island Airport (BDI) in Bird Island, Seychelles to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 3,803 kilometers (2,363 miles / 2,054 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Seychelles with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:38 in Bird Island, it's 01:38 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,552 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Bird Island Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Bird Island (BDI) follows a heading of 54° (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 Bird Island Airport (BDI) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.