Airport Comparison
| DSS | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Blaise Diagne International Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | DSS | JNB |
| ICAO Code | GOBD | FAOR |
| City | Diass | Johannesburg |
| Country | Senegal | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Dakar | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 289 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 14.670000, -17.070000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Diass (DSS) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) in Diass, Senegal to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 6,677 kilometers (4,149 miles / 3,605 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying southeast at a heading of 133°.
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 Senegal with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:34 in Diass, it's 20:34 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,269 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Blaise Diagne International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Diass (DSS) follows a heading of 307° (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 Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.