HAM
Hamburg
Germany
8,959 km
5,567 miles
MBD
Mafeking
South Africa
Distance
8,959 km
5,567 mi / 4,837 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
166°
south southeast

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HAM MBD
Airport Name Hamburg Airport Mmabatho International Airport
IATA Code HAM MBD
ICAO Code EDDH FAMM
City Hamburg Mafeking
Country Germany South Africa
Timezone Europe/Berlin Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 53 ft 4,181 ft
Coordinates 53.630000, 9.990000 -25.800000, 25.550000

Hamburg (HAM) to Mafeking (MBD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa is 8,959 kilometers (5,567 miles / 4,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

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 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 20:08 in Hamburg, it's 21:08 in Mafeking.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,128 feet between the two airports. Mmabatho International Airport sits higher than Hamburg Airport.

The return flight from Mafeking (MBD) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 351° (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 Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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