The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) in Port Elizabeth, South Africa is 9,150 kilometers (5,685 miles / 4,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

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 India 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 03:01 in Kolkata, it's 23:31 in Port Elizabeth. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 56° (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 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) and Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.