Airport Comparison
| JNB | LNR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Tri-County Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | LNR |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KLNR |
| City | Johannesburg | Lone Rock |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 717 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 43.210000, -90.180000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Lone Rock (LNR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Tri-County Regional Airport (LNR) in Lone Rock, United States is 14,211 kilometers (8,830 miles / 7,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 17:24 in Johannesburg, it's 09:24 in Lone Rock. With a 8-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 4,841 feet between the two airports. Tri-County Regional 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 Lone Rock (LNR) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 92° (east). 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 Tri-County Regional Airport (LNR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.