The flight distance from Covilha Airport (COV) in Covilha Airport, Portugal to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,255 kilometers (5,129 miles / 4,457 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Portugal with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:48 in Covilha Airport, it's 22:48 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,986 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Covilha Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Covilha Airport (COV) follows a heading of 332° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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