Airport Comparison
Johannesburg (JNB) to Swakopmund (SWP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Swakopmund Airport (SWP) in Swakopmund, Namibia is 1,436 kilometers (892 miles / 775 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Namibia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:21 in Johannesburg, it's 09:21 in Swakopmund.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,351 feet between the two airports. Swakopmund 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 Swakopmund (SWP) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 108° (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 Swakopmund Airport (SWP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.