AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
6,289 km
3,908 miles
GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
Distance
6,289 km
3,908 mi / 3,396 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
209°
south southwest

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Airport Comparison

AUH GCJ
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Grand Central Airport
IATA Code AUH GCJ
ICAO Code OMAA FAGC
City Abu Dhabi Midrand
Country United Arab Emirates South Africa
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 88 ft 5,325 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 -25.990000, 28.140000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Midrand (GCJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa is 6,289 kilometers (3,908 miles / 3,396 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 209°.

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 United Arab Emirates 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 11:15 in Abu Dhabi, it's 09:15 in Midrand.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,237 feet between the two airports. Grand Central Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Midrand (GCJ) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 29° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Grand Central Airport (GCJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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