JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
8,427 km
5,236 miles
JUM
Jumla
Nepal
Distance
8,427 km
5,236 mi / 4,550 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

JNB JUM
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Jumla Airport
IATA Code JNB JUM
ICAO Code FAOR VNJL
City Johannesburg Jumla
Country South Africa Nepal
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 5,558 ft 7,700 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 29.270000, 82.190000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Jumla (JUM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Jumla Airport (JUM) in Jumla, Nepal is 8,427 kilometers (5,236 miles / 4,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:16 in Johannesburg, it's 18:01 in Jumla. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,142 feet between the two airports. Jumla Airport sits higher than O. R. Tambo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Jumla (JUM) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 228° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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