Airport Comparison
| JNB | VDO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Van Don International Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | VDO |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | VVVD |
| City | Johannesburg | Vân Đồn |
| Country | South Africa | Vietnam |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 26 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 21.120000, 107.410000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Vân Đồn (VDO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Van Don International Airport (VDO) in Vân Đồn, Vietnam is 10,016 kilometers (6,224 miles / 5,408 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.
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 Vietnam. 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 15:42 in Johannesburg, it's 20:42 in Vân Đồn. 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 5,532 feet between the two airports. Van Don International 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 Vân Đồn (VDO) 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 Van Don International Airport (VDO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.