Johannesburg (JNB) to Miami (MIA)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 8,060

miles

12,972

kilometers

7,004

nautical miles

🕐 15h 51m

Flight Time

🧭 W (287°)

Direction

🌍 -7h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	8,060	+4,836	12,896 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	8,060	+4,836	12,896 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	8,060	+4,030	12,090 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	8,060	+4,030	12,090 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	8,060	+8,060	16,120 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	8,060	+4,030	12,090 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Miami, your watch will be 7 hours behind. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The JNB to MIA route connects Johannesburg, South Africa with Miami, United States. This long-haul flight covers 8,060 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from South Africa to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a W bearing of 287° from Johannesburg. There is a 7 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About JNB

OR Tambo International Airport

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) serves Johannesburg, South Africa.

🛬 About MIA

Miami International Airport

Miami International Airport (MIA) serves Miami, United States.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from OR Tambo International Airport to Miami International Airport is 8,060 miles (12,972 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from JNB to MIA typically take around 15h 51m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 8,060 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.