The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Ramstein Air Base (RMS) in Ramstein, Germany is 8,648 kilometers (5,374 miles / 4,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.

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 Germany. 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 12:11 in Johannesburg, it's 11:11 in Ramstein.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,782 feet between the two airports. Ramstein Air Base 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 Ramstein (RMS) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 161° (south 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 Ramstein Air Base (RMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.