GIY
Giyani
South Africa
8,442 km
5,246 miles
WAW
Warsaw
Poland
Distance
8,442 km
5,246 mi / 4,559 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
354°
north

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GIY WAW
Airport Name Giyani Airport Warsaw Chopin Airport
IATA Code GIY WAW
ICAO Code FAGI EPWA
City Giyani Warsaw
Country South Africa Poland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Warsaw
Elevation 1,584 ft 362 ft
Coordinates -23.280000, 30.650000 52.170000, 20.970000

Giyani (GIY) to Warsaw (WAW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Giyani Airport (GIY) in Giyani, South Africa to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) in Warsaw, Poland is 8,442 kilometers (5,246 miles / 4,559 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Poland. 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 11:28 in Giyani, it's 10:28 in Warsaw.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,222 feet between the two airports. Warsaw Chopin Airport sits lower than Giyani Airport.

The return flight from Warsaw (WAW) to Giyani (GIY) follows a heading of 171° (south). 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 Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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