ALJ
Alexander Bay
South Africa
9,046 km
5,621 miles
DEL
New Delhi
India
Distance
9,046 km
5,621 mi / 4,885 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
51°
northeast

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ALJ DEL
Airport Name Alexander Bay Airport Indira Gandhi International Airport
IATA Code ALJ DEL
ICAO Code FAAB VIDP
City Alexander Bay New Delhi
Country South Africa India
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 98 ft 777 ft
Coordinates -28.570000, 16.530000 28.570000, 77.100000

Alexander Bay (ALJ) to New Delhi (DEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) in Alexander Bay, South Africa to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India is 9,046 kilometers (5,621 miles / 4,885 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with India. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:32 in Alexander Bay, it's 14:02 in New Delhi. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from New Delhi (DEL) to Alexander Bay (ALJ) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) and Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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