The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) in Ponta Delgada, Portugal is 9,059 kilometers (5,629 miles / 4,891 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Portugal. 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 00:50 in Johannesburg, it's 21:50 in Ponta Delgada. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,299 feet between the two airports. Joao Paulo II 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 Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 133° (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 Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.