AMM
Amman
Jordan
6,713 km
4,172 miles
WEL
Welkom
South Africa
Distance
6,713 km
4,172 mi / 3,625 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Amman
Heading
189°
south

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AMM WEL
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Welkom Airport
IATA Code AMM WEL
ICAO Code OJAI FAWM
City Amman Welkom
Country Jordan South Africa
Timezone Asia/Amman Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 2,395 ft 4,399 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 -28.000000, 26.670000

Amman (AMM) to Welkom (WEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 6,713 kilometers (4,172 miles / 3,625 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south at a heading of 189°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:29 in Amman, it's 19:29 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,004 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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