Airport Comparison
| JNB | WTA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | Tambohorano Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | WTA |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | FMMU |
| City | Johannesburg | Tambohorano |
| Country | South Africa | Madagascar |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Indian/Antananarivo |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 23 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | -17.480000, 43.970000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to Tambohorano (WTA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Tambohorano Airport (WTA) in Tambohorano, Madagascar is 1,885 kilometers (1,171 miles / 1,018 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:41 in Johannesburg, it's 18:41 in Tambohorano.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,535 feet between the two airports. Tambohorano 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 Tambohorano (WTA) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 237° (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 Tambohorano Airport (WTA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.