The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Rostov-na-Donu Airport (RVI) in Rostov-on-Don, Russia is 8,243 kilometers (5,122 miles / 4,451 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 Russia. 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 20:10 in Johannesburg, it's 21:10 in Rostov-on-Don.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,278 feet between the two airports. Rostov-na-Donu 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 Rostov-on-Don (RVI) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 191° (south). 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 Rostov-na-Donu Airport (RVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.