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How long is the flight from London to Johannesburg?

LHRLondon
JNBJohannesburg
Flight Time
10 h 36 min
Distance
9,085km

5,645 miles

Departure
10:56
Arrival
22:32
From

LHRLondon

London Heathrow Airport

Departure 10:56 · Europe/London

To

JNBJohannesburg

O. R. Tambo International Airport

Arrival 22:32 · Africa/Johannesburg

Route Details

The flight from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in London to O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg covers a distance of approximately 9,085 kilometers (5,645 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 10 h 36 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Europe/London
Arrival Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from London to Johannesburg?

A direct flight from London to Johannesburg takes around 10 h 36 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from London to Johannesburg?

The distance from London to Johannesburg is about 9,085 kilometers (5,645 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from London to Johannesburg?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 10 h 36 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 Johannesburg to London.