The flight distance from Nauru International Airport (INU) in Yaren District, Nauru to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 14,685 kilometers (9,125 miles / 7,929 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:33 in Yaren District, it's 17:33 in Johannesburg. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,536 feet between the two airports. O. R. Tambo International Airport sits higher than Nauru International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Yaren District (INU) follows a heading of 117° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nauru International Airport (INU) and O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.