Airport Comparison
| JNB | PBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field |
| IATA Code | JNB | PBF |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KPBF |
| City | Johannesburg | Pine Bluff |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 206 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 34.170000, -91.940000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Pine Bluff (PBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) in Pine Bluff, United States is 14,274 kilometers (8,870 miles / 7,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 09:51 in Johannesburg, it's 01:51 in Pine Bluff. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,352 feet between the two airports. Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field 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 Pine Bluff (PBF) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 98° (east). 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 Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.