The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to K. D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) in Mthatha, South Africa is 9,286 kilometers (5,770 miles / 5,014 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 Germany 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 17:52 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 18:52 in Mthatha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,036 feet between the two airports. K. D. Matanzima Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport.

The return flight from Mthatha (UTT) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 347° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and K. D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.