The flight distance from Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 7,607 kilometers (4,727 miles / 4,107 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.

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 Afghanistan 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 15:56 in Herat Airport, it's 13:26 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,352 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Herat Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Herat Airport (HEA) follows a heading of 30° (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 Herat Airport (HEA) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.