BRU
Brussels
Belgium
8,605 km
5,347 miles
ELL
Ellisras
South Africa
Distance
8,605 km
5,347 mi / 4,646 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
158°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BRU ELL
Airport Name Brussels Airport Ellisras Matimba Airport
IATA Code BRU ELL
ICAO Code EBBR FAER
City Brussels Ellisras
Country Belgium South Africa
Timezone Europe/Brussels Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 184 ft 2,799 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 -23.730000, 27.690000

Brussels (BRU) to Ellisras (ELL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) in Ellisras, South Africa is 8,605 kilometers (5,347 miles / 4,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 158°.

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 Belgium with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:12 in Brussels, it's 23:12 in Ellisras.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,615 feet between the two airports. Ellisras Matimba Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Ellisras (ELL) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Brussels Airport (BRU) and Ellisras Matimba Airport (ELL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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