GIY
Giyani
South Africa
9,092 km
5,650 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
9,092 km
5,650 mi / 4,909 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
341°
north northwest

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GIY MAN
Airport Name Giyani Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code GIY MAN
ICAO Code FAGI EGCC
City Giyani Manchester
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 1,584 ft 257 ft
Coordinates -23.280000, 30.650000 53.350000, -2.270000

Giyani (GIY) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 9,092 kilometers (5,650 miles / 4,909 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 South Africa with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:55 in Giyani, it's 22:55 in Manchester.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,327 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than Giyani Airport.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Giyani (GIY) follows a heading of 150° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Giyani Airport (GIY) and Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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