BRU
Brussels
Belgium
8,906 km
5,534 miles
PCF
Potchefstroom
South Africa
Distance
8,906 km
5,534 mi / 4,809 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
160°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BRU PCF
Airport Name Brussels Airport Potchefstroom Airport
IATA Code BRU PCF
ICAO Code EBBR FAPS
City Brussels Potchefstroom
Country Belgium South Africa
Timezone Europe/Brussels Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 184 ft 4,520 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 -26.670000, 27.080000

Brussels (BRU) to Potchefstroom (PCF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) in Potchefstroom, South Africa is 8,906 kilometers (5,534 miles / 4,809 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 23:40 in Brussels, it's 00:40 in Potchefstroom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,336 feet between the two airports. Potchefstroom Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Potchefstroom (PCF) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 346° (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 Potchefstroom Airport (PCF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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