The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Palau International Airport (ROR) in Babelthuap Island, Palau is 11,989 kilometers (7,450 miles / 6,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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 Palau. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:16 in Johannesburg, it's 09:16 in Babelthuap Island. With a 7-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 5,382 feet between the two airports. Palau 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 Babelthuap Island (ROR) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). 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 Palau International Airport (ROR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.