The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) in Walvis Bay, Namibia is 1,418 kilometers (881 miles / 765 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 281°.

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 16:38 in Johannesburg, it's 16:38 in Walvis Bay.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,259 feet between the two airports. Walvis Bay 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 Walvis Bay (WVB) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 107° (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 Walvis Bay Airport (WVB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.