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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to New York?

JNBJohannesburg
JFKNew York
Flight Time
14 h 46 min
Distance
12,846km

7,982 miles

Departure
16:07
Arrival
00:53
From

JNBJohannesburg

O. R. Tambo International Airport

Departure 16:07 · Africa/Johannesburg

To

JFKNew York

John F Kennedy International Airport

Arrival 00:53 · America/New_York

Route Details

The flight from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York covers a distance of approximately 12,846 kilometers (7,982 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 14 h 46 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Arrival Time Zone
America/New_York

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to New York?

A direct flight from Johannesburg to New York takes around 14 h 46 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Johannesburg to New York?

The distance from Johannesburg to New York is about 12,846 kilometers (7,982 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Johannesburg to New York?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 14 h 46 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from New York to Johannesburg.