Airport Comparison
| JNB | ZAC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | O. R. Tambo International Airport | York Landing Airport |
| IATA Code | JNB | ZAC |
| ICAO Code | FAOR | CZAC |
| City | Johannesburg | York Landing |
| Country | South Africa | Canada |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 5,558 ft | 621 ft |
| Coordinates | -26.130000, 28.240000 | 56.090000, -96.090000 |
Johannesburg (JNB) to York Landing (ZAC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa to York Landing Airport (ZAC) in York Landing, Canada is 14,499 kilometers (9,009 miles / 7,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
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 Canada. 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 18:38 in Johannesburg, it's 10:38 in York Landing. 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 4,937 feet between the two airports. York Landing 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 York Landing (ZAC) to Johannesburg (JNB) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). 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 York Landing Airport (ZAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.