Airport Comparison
| JNB | NCH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Nachingwea Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | NCH |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | HTNA |
| City | Johannesburg | Nachingwea |
| Country | South Africa | Tanzania |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Dar_es_Salaam |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 1,400 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | -10.360000, 38.780000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Nachingwea (NCH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Nachingwea Airport (NCH) in Nachingwea, Tanzania is 2,074 kilometers (1,289 miles / 1,120 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.
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 Tanzania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:43 in Johannesburg, it's 20:43 in Nachingwea.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,158 feet between the two airports. Nachingwea 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 Nachingwea (NCH) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 211° (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 Nachingwea Airport (NCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.