The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Sao Mateus Airport (SBJ) in Sao Mateus, Brazil is 6,970 kilometers (4,331 miles / 3,764 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 261°.

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 Brazil. 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 16:42 in Johannesburg, it's 11:42 in Sao Mateus. 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 5,460 feet between the two airports. Sao Mateus 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 Sao Mateus (SBJ) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 110° (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 Sao Mateus Airport (SBJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.