The flight distance from Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) in Fort Carson, United States to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 15,442 kilometers (9,595 miles / 8,338 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:44 in Fort Carson, it's 14:44 in Johannesburg. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Fort Carson (FCS) follows a heading of 300° (west 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 Butts Army Air Field (Fort Carson) Airport (FCS) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.