Flight distance between OR Tambo International Airport and London Heathrow Airport

About this route

The direct flight distance between OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) (JNB) and London Heathrow Airport (London) (LHR) is approximately 9,075 kilometers (5,639 miles). An average commercial jet flying non-stop at a cruising speed of 900 km/h requires about 10h 35min of total flight time, including 30 minutes for taxiing, takeoff, and landing procedures. Travelers flying this route will cross time zones, experiencing an official time difference of -1h between the departure and arrival locations. Estimated carbon emissions for an economy class passenger on this route are roughly 1,044 kg of CO2. Use our interactive flight range map and route calculator to plan connections, compare airlines, and analyze flight paths between JNB and LHR.