The flight distance from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) in Paris, France to Virginia Airport (VIR) in Durban, South Africa is 9,206 kilometers (5,720 miles / 4,971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 France 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 05:17 in Paris, it's 06:17 in Durban.

The return flight from Durban (VIR) to Paris (CDG) follows a heading of 342° (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 Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Virginia Airport (VIR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.