Airport Comparison
| JNB | PKD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok Field |
| IATA Code | JNB | PKD |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KPKD |
| City | Johannesburg | Park Rapids |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 1,445 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 46.900000, -95.070000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Park Rapids (PKD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok Field (PKD) in Park Rapids, United States is 14,587 kilometers (9,064 miles / 7,876 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 12:39 in Johannesburg, it's 04:39 in Park Rapids. 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 4,114 feet between the two airports. Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok 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 Park Rapids (PKD) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 85° (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 Park Rapids Municipal/Konshok Field (PKD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.