MUC
Munich
Germany
8,896 km
5,528 miles
VIR
Durban
South Africa
Distance
8,896 km
5,528 mi / 4,804 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
163°
south southeast

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MUC VIR
Airport Name Munich International Airport Virginia Airport
IATA Code MUC VIR
ICAO Code EDDM FAVG
City Munich Durban
Country Germany South Africa
Timezone Europe/Berlin Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,487 ft 20 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 -29.770000, 31.060000

Munich (MUC) to Durban (VIR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Virginia Airport (VIR) in Durban, South Africa is 8,896 kilometers (5,528 miles / 4,804 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 04:10 in Munich, it's 05:10 in Durban.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,467 feet between the two airports. Virginia Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Durban (VIR) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 347° (north 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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Virginia Airport (VIR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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