Airport Comparison
| JNB | RHN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Skorpion Mine Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | RHN |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | FYSA |
| City | Johannesburg | Rosh Pinah |
| Country | South Africa | Namibia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Windhoek |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 1,870 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | -27.880000, 16.650000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Rosh Pinah (RHN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Skorpion Mine Airport (RHN) in Rosh Pinah, Namibia is 1,164 kilometers (723 miles / 629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Namibia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:05 in Johannesburg, it's 17:05 in Rosh Pinah.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,688 feet between the two airports. Skorpion Mine 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 Rosh Pinah (RHN) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 83° (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 Skorpion Mine Airport (RHN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.