The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Nouadhibou International Airport (NDB) in Nouadhibou, Mauritania is 7,156 kilometers (4,446 miles / 3,864 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:42 in Johannesburg, it's 18:42 in Nouadhibou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,534 feet between the two airports. Nouadhibou International 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 Nouadhibou (NDB) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 135° (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 Nouadhibou International Airport (NDB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.