Airport Comparison
| JNB | KBG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Kabalega Falls Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | KBG |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | HUKF |
| City | Johannesburg | Kabalega Falls |
| Country | South Africa | Uganda |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Kampala |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 2,365 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 2.330000, 31.500000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Kabalega Falls (KBG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Kabalega Falls Airport (KBG) in Kabalega Falls, Uganda is 3,184 kilometers (1,978 miles / 1,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 7°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Uganda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:35 in Johannesburg, it's 18:35 in Kabalega Falls.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,193 feet between the two airports. Kabalega Falls Airport sits lower than O. R. Tambo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Kabalega Falls (KBG) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 186° (south). 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 Kabalega Falls Airport (KBG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.