The flight distance from Canton Airport (CIS) in Abariringa, Kiribati to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 16,151 kilometers (10,036 miles / 8,721 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.

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

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,549 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Canton Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Abariringa (CIS) follows a heading of 143° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Canton Airport (CIS) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.