Airport Comparison
| DIR | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | DIR | JNB |
| ICAO Code | HADR | FAOR |
| City | Dire Dawa | Johannesburg |
| Country | Ethiopia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 3,827 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.620000, 41.850000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Dire Dawa (DIR) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 4,239 kilometers (2,634 miles / 2,289 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.
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 Ethiopia with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:25 in Dire Dawa, it's 10:25 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,731 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dire Dawa (DIR) follows a heading of 22° (north 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 Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.