Airport Comparison
Bunia Airport (BUX) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bunia Airport (BUX) in Bunia Airport, DR Congo to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 3,087 kilometers (1,918 miles / 1,667 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 184°.
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 DR Congo with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:27 in Bunia Airport, it's 19:27 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,513 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Bunia Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Bunia Airport (BUX) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bunia Airport (BUX) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.