Airport Comparison
| JNB | KPC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Port Clarence Cgs Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | KPC |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | PAPC |
| City | Johannesburg | Port Clarence |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Nome |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 65.250000, -166.860000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Clarence (KPC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Port Clarence Cgs Airport (KPC) in Port Clarence, United States is 15,536 kilometers (9,653 miles / 8,389 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 South Africa with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:18 in Johannesburg, it's 09:18 in Port Clarence. With a 11-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 5,548 feet between the two airports. Port Clarence Cgs 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 Port Clarence (KPC) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 339° (north northwest). 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 Port Clarence Cgs Airport (KPC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.