The flight distance from Dwangwa Airport (DWA) in Dwangwa, Malawi to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 1,634 kilometers (1,015 miles / 882 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

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 Malawi with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:09 in Dwangwa, it's 17:09 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,953 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Dwangwa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dwangwa (DWA) follows a heading of 23° (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 Dwangwa Airport (DWA) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.