The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Grant County Airport (SVC) in Silver City, United States is 15,759 kilometers (9,792 miles / 8,509 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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 01:56 in Johannesburg, it's 16:56 in Silver City. 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 Silver City (SVC) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 92° (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 Grant County Airport (SVC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.