Airport Comparison
Johannesburg (JNB) to La Fria Airport (LFR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to La Fria Airport (LFR) in La Fria Airport, Venezuela is 11,455 kilometers (7,118 miles / 6,185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
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 Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:10 in Johannesburg, it's 08:10 in La Fria Airport. With a 6-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 5,253 feet between the two airports. La Fria 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 La Fria Airport (LFR) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 115° (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 O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and La Fria Airport (LFR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.