The flight distance from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) in Copenhagen, Denmark to Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) in Phalaborwa, South Africa is 9,019 kilometers (5,604 miles / 4,870 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 Denmark 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 02:17 in Copenhagen, it's 03:17 in Phalaborwa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,415 feet between the two airports. Hendrik Van Eck Airport sits higher than Copenhagen Kastrup Airport.

The return flight from Phalaborwa (PHW) to Copenhagen (CPH) follows a heading of 350° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) and Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.