MIA
Miami
United States
12,133 km
7,539 miles
SBU
Springbok
South Africa
Distance
12,133 km
7,539 mi / 6,552 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
114°
east southeast

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Airport Comparison

MIA SBU
Airport Name Miami International Airport Springbok Airport
IATA Code MIA SBU
ICAO Code KMIA FASB
City Miami Springbok
Country United States South Africa
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 9 ft 2,690 ft
Coordinates 25.800000, -80.290000 -29.690000, 17.940000

Miami (MIA) to Springbok (SBU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Miami International Airport (MIA) in Miami, United States to Springbok Airport (SBU) in Springbok, South Africa is 12,133 kilometers (7,539 miles / 6,552 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:33 in Miami, it's 13:33 in Springbok. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,681 feet between the two airports. Springbok Airport sits higher than Miami International Airport.

The return flight from Springbok (SBU) to Miami (MIA) follows a heading of 289° (west 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 Miami International Airport (MIA) and Springbok Airport (SBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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