Airport Comparison
| JNB | SBG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Maimun Saleh Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | SBG |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | WITN |
| City | Johannesburg | Sabang-We Island |
| Country | South Africa | Indonesia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 393 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 5.870000, 95.340000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Sabang-We Island (SBG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Maimun Saleh Airport (SBG) in Sabang-We Island, Indonesia is 8,050 kilometers (5,002 miles / 4,347 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:32 in Johannesburg, it's 22:32 in Sabang-We Island. 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 5,165 feet between the two airports. Maimun Saleh 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 Sabang-We Island (SBG) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 240° (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 Maimun Saleh Airport (SBG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.