Direct (nonstop) flights from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg

1 airline flys nonstop from St Denis de la Reunion (RUN) to Johannesburg International (JNB). It's 1,763 miles (2,838 km), about 4h 15m in the air. Operated by Air Austral.

RUN
St Denis de la Reunion
🇷🇪 Saint Denis de la Reunion, Reunion
JNB
Johannesburg International
🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,763 mi
2,838 km
CO₂/pax
298 kg
−51 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air Austral
Time Diff
-2h
Operated by Air Austral Air Austral

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air Austral UU Air Austral
Route
RUN → JNB
Flight Time
4h 15m
Distance
1,763 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg with one stop · direct emits 298 kg CO₂ per passenger

RUN TNR (Antananarivo) JNB
Leg 1: 1h 50m (542 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,327 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 349 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RUN → TNR
1h 50m · 542 mi
View RUN to TNR flights →
Leg 2
TNR → JNB
3h 20m · 1,327 mi
View TNR to JNB flights →
RUN MRU (Mauritius) JNB
Leg 1: 50m (144 mi) Leg 2: 4h 35m (1,907 mi) Total: ~5h 25m 🍃 374 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RUN → MRU
50m · 144 mi
View RUN to MRU flights →
Leg 2
MRU → JNB
4h 35m · 1,907 mi
View MRU to JNB flights →
RUN NOS (Nossi-be) JNB
Leg 1: 1h 55m (705 mi) Leg 2: 3h 50m (1,573 mi) Total: ~5h 45m 🍃 422 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RUN → NOS
1h 55m · 705 mi
View RUN to NOS flights →
Leg 2
NOS → JNB
3h 50m · 1,573 mi
View NOS to JNB flights →
RUN CDG (Paris) JNB
Leg 1: 11h 40m (5,808 mi) Leg 2: 11h 45m (5,409 mi) Total: ~23h 25m 🍃 1740 kg CO₂ (+484% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RUN → CDG
11h 40m · 5,808 mi
View RUN to CDG flights →
Leg 2
CDG → JNB
11h 45m · 5,409 mi
View CDG to JNB flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Saint Denis de la Reunion (RUN) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 1,763 miles (2,838 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg?

Just Air Austral.

Is there a nonstop flight from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg?

Yes. 1 airline: Air Austral.

How far is Saint Denis de la Reunion from Johannesburg?

The flight distance from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg is 1,763 miles (2,838 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Saint Denis de la Reunion and Johannesburg?

Johannesburg is 2 hours behind Saint Denis de la Reunion. (Indian/Reunion vs Africa/Johannesburg.)

What type of aircraft flies from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg?

At 4h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Reunion to South Africa?

Depends on your passport. Check with the South Africa embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg?

Roughly 298 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,490 km.

Is the return flight from Johannesburg to Saint Denis de la Reunion also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Saint Denis de la Reunion to Johannesburg?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at St Denis de la Reunion for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.