Airport Comparison
| HBT | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Khaled Military City Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | HBT | JNB |
| ICAO Code | OEKK | FAOR |
| City | King Khaled Military City | Johannesburg |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.900000, 45.530000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
King Khaled Military City (HBT) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled Military City Airport (HBT) in King Khaled Military City, Saudi Arabia to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 6,286 kilometers (3,906 miles / 3,394 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.
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 Saudi Arabia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:48 in King Khaled Military City, it's 20:48 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,206 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than King Khaled Military City Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to King Khaled Military City (HBT) follows a heading of 18° (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 King Khaled Military City Airport (HBT) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.