Airport Comparison
| JNB | SOW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Show Low Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | SOW |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KSOW |
| City | Johannesburg | Show Low |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 6,416 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 34.270000, -110.010000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Show Low (SOW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) in Show Low, United States is 15,931 kilometers (9,899 miles / 8,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 15:45 in Johannesburg, it's 06:45 in Show Low. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Show Low (SOW) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 89° (east). 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 Show Low Regional Airport (SOW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.