Airport Comparison
| HWN | JNB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hwange National Park Airport | O. R. Tambo International Airport |
| IATA Code | HWN | JNB |
| ICAO Code | FVWN | FAOR |
| City | Hwange | Johannesburg |
| Country | Zimbabwe | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Harare | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 3,543 ft | 5,558 ft |
| Coordinates | -18.630000, 27.020000 | -26.130000, 28.240000 |
Hwange (HWN) to Johannesburg (JNB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hwange National Park Airport (HWN) in Hwange, Zimbabwe to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 843 kilometers (524 miles / 455 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 172°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting Zimbabwe with South Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:13 in Hwange, it's 19:13 in Johannesburg.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,015 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Hwange National Park Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Hwange (HWN) follows a heading of 351° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hwange National Park Airport (HWN) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.