Distance From Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport to OR Tambo International Airport, FCO - JNB Distance

The distance from Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) to OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is 4805 miles or 7732 kilometers or 4173 nautical miles.

The distance shown below is direct flight distance between airports. Straight-line distance does not account for the surface between the two points. It is the distance a bird or airplane would travel between the two points when flying above the surface. The straight line distance is the direct route between two points, regardless of whether or not there are roads that connect them.

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How long does it take to travel from Rome ( Italy ) to Johannesburg ( South Africa )?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Rome and Johannesburg takes around 11 hours 2 minutes.

Estimated flight time from Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, Rome, Italy to OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa is 11 hours 2 minutes under avarage conditions. Your actual flying time may vary depending on wind direction/speed or weather conditions. This calculation does not include the departure and landing times of the aircraft. In addition, it does not cover the person identity check, ticket check-in and baggage collection times at the airport.

Travel Distance Between the Airports • FCO - JNB

Kilometers		7732 km
Statute Miles		4805 miles
Nautical Miles		4173 nm
Avg. Time of Flight		11 hours 2 minutes

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport to OR Tambo International Airport Flight Route Map - FCO to JNB Flight Path

Location of Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport & OR Tambo International Airport is given below.
Click the map to view Rome to Johannesburg nonstop flight path and travel direction.

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Nonstop flight route between Rome, Italy and Johannesburg, South Africa.

Time Difference Between the Airports • FCO - JNB

Time difference between Rome (Italy) and Johannesburg (South Africa) is 0 Hours.

Location	Local Time
Rome (Italy)	2026-06-20, 12:10:36 CEST
Johannesburg (South Africa)	2026-06-20, 12:10:36 SAST

Why should you arrive 3 hours before international flight? Flyers who are traveling to an international destination should arrive at the airport earlier than domestic flyers. This is because international flights can have additional check-in requirements, like passport verification, that need to be completed before you receive your boarding pass.

Origin

Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO / LIRF) Rome, Italy

Destination

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB / FAOR) Johannesburg, South Africa