O.R. Tambo International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
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About O.R. Tambo International Airport
O. R. Tambo International Airport is an international airport serving the twin cities of Johannesburg and the main capital of South Africa, Pretoria. It is situated in Kempton Park, Gauteng. It serves as the primary airport for domestic and international travel for South Africa and since 2020, it is Africa's second busiest airport, with a capacity to handle up to 28 million passengers annually. The airport serves as the hub for South African Airways.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
FAORLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03L / 21R | 14,495 ft / 4,418 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 03R / 21L | 11,155 ft / 3,400 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Radar West | 123.700 MHz |
| APP | Radar East | 124.500 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.200 MHz |
| CLD | Clearance Delivery | 121.700 MHz |
| GND | Ground | 121.900 MHz |
| GTE | Johannesburg Apron Control | 122.650 MHz |
| TWR | Tower West | 118.100 MHz |
| TWR | Tower East | 118.600 MHz |
Services & operations
OR Tambo International Airport is the busiest airport in Africa, offering direct flights to all inhabited continents.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(12)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWY G745 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY A405 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G655 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G853 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| AWY G653 | Class A | Airway | FL145 | FL245 |
| TMA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | 7600 ft MSL | FL110 |
| JOHANNESBURG BUFFER ZONE | Class C | RMZ | GND | 7500 ft MSL |
| CTA FAOR | Class C | Controlled | FL110 | FL195 |
| AWY G465 CLASS C-2 | Class C | Controlled | FL145 | FL195 |
| CTR FAOR | Class D | CTR | GND | 7600 ft MSL |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTH | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
| JOHANNESBURG NORTHEAST | Class G | FIR | FL110 | FL195 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all South Africa airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radisson Blu Sandton | 315 ft | 5,292 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,440 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,482 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,446 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,466 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,469 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 5,463 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for O.R. Tambo International Airport?
The ICAO code for O.R. Tambo International Airport is FAOR, and its IATA code is JNB.
Where is O.R. Tambo International Airport located?
O.R. Tambo International Airport is large airport located in Johannesburg, South Africa, at an elevation of 5,558 ft (1,694 m).
How many runways does O.R. Tambo International Airport have?
O.R. Tambo International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 14,495 ft / 4,418 m.
Which airlines fly to O.R. Tambo International Airport?
Airlines historically serving O.R. Tambo International Airport include Air Austral, Air Botswana, Air France, Air India Limited, Air Madagascar, Air Mauritius, among 49 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from O.R. Tambo International Airport?
Historical data lists 81 nonstop destinations from O.R. Tambo International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is O.R. Tambo International Airport in?
O.R. Tambo International Airport is in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at O.R. Tambo International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 20.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near O.R. Tambo International Airport?
The nearest airport to O.R. Tambo International Airport is Brakpan Airport (FABB), about 6.6 nm to the sse, followed by Rand Airport and Petit Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. O.R. Tambo International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.