MUC
Munich
Germany
8,453 km
5,252 miles
QRA
Johannesburg
South Africa
Distance
8,453 km
5,252 mi / 4,564 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
165°
south southeast

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MUC QRA
Airport Name Munich International Airport Rand Airport
IATA Code MUC QRA
ICAO Code EDDM FAGM
City Munich Johannesburg
Country Germany South Africa
Timezone Europe/Berlin Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,487 ft 5,483 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 -26.240000, 28.150000

Munich (MUC) to Johannesburg (QRA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Rand Airport (QRA) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,453 kilometers (5,252 miles / 4,564 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

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 08:39 in Munich, it's 09:39 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,996 feet between the two airports. Rand Airport sits higher than Munich International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Johannesburg (QRA) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 349° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Rand Airport (QRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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