Airport Comparison
| JNB | WMH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Baxter County Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | WMH |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | KBPK |
| City | Johannesburg | Mountain Home |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 928 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 36.370000, -92.470000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Mountain Home (WMH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Baxter County Airport (WMH) in Mountain Home, United States is 14,353 kilometers (8,918 miles / 7,750 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.
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 12:47 in Johannesburg, it's 04:47 in Mountain Home. With a 8-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 4,630 feet between the two airports. Baxter County 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 Mountain Home (WMH) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 96° (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 Baxter County Airport (WMH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.