The flight distance from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) in Sesriem Airstrip, Namibia is 9,434 kilometers (5,862 miles / 5,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

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 Namibia. 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 02:54 in Kolkata, it's 23:24 in Sesriem Airstrip. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,438 feet between the two airports. Sesriem Airstrip sits higher than Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport.

The return flight from Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) to Kolkata (CCU) follows a heading of 62° (east 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 Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.