JNB
Johannesburg
South Africa
8,786 km
5,460 miles
RLO
Merlo
Argentina
Distance
8,786 km
5,460 mi / 4,744 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
239°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

JNB RLO
Airport Name O. R. Tambo International Airport Valle Del Conlara International Airport
IATA Code JNB RLO
ICAO Code FAOR SAOS
City Johannesburg Merlo
Country South Africa Argentina
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg America/Argentina/San_Luis
Elevation 5,558 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates -26.130000, 28.240000 -32.380000, -65.190000

Johannesburg (JNB) to Merlo (RLO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) in Merlo, Argentina is 8,786 kilometers (5,460 miles / 4,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 239°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:57 in Johannesburg, it's 22:57 in Merlo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,537 feet between the two airports. Valle Del Conlara International 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 Merlo (RLO) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 114° (east 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 Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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