Airport Comparison
| JNB | LWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Wells Municipal/Harriet Field |
| IATA Code | JNB | LWL |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KLWL |
| City | Johannesburg | Wells |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 5,769 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 41.120000, -114.920000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Wells (LWL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) in Wells, United States is 16,256 kilometers (10,101 miles / 8,777 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, 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 12:15 in Johannesburg, it's 02:15 in Wells. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Wells (LWL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 75° (east northeast). 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 Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.