JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
2,196 km
1,365 miles
LZA
Luiza
DR Congo
Distance
2,196 km
1,365 mi / 1,186 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
343°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

JNB LZA
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Luiza Airport
IATA Code JNB LZA
ICAO Code FAOR FZUG
City Johannesburg Luiza
Country South Africa DR Congo
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 5,558 ft 2,890 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 -7.180000, 22.400000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Luiza (LZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Luiza Airport (LZA) in Luiza, DR Congo is 2,196 kilometers (1,365 miles / 1,186 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:52 in Johannesburg, it's 15:52 in Luiza.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,668 feet between the two airports. Luiza 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 Luiza (LZA) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 164° (south 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 Luiza Airport (LZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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