The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Nalchik Airport (NAL) in Nalchik, Russia is 7,902 kilometers (4,910 miles / 4,267 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:26 in Johannesburg, it's 18:26 in Nalchik.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,097 feet between the two airports. Nalchik 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 Nalchik (NAL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 195° (south southwest). 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 Nalchik Airport (NAL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.