Airport Comparison
| JNB | PFC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Pacific City State Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | PFC |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KPFC |
| City | Johannesburg | Pacific City |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 10 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 45.200000, -123.960000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Pacific City (PFC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Pacific City State Airport (PFC) in Pacific City, United States is 16,758 kilometers (10,413 miles / 9,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.
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 14:12 in Johannesburg, it's 04:12 in Pacific City. With a 10-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 5,548 feet between the two airports. Pacific City State 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 Pacific City (PFC) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). 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 Pacific City State Airport (PFC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.