The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia is 8,776 kilometers (5,453 miles / 4,738 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

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 Malaysia. 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 21:59 in Johannesburg, it's 03:59 in Kuala Terengganu. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,537 feet between the two airports. Sultan Mahmud 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 Kuala Terengganu (TGG) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 242° (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 Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.