MUC
Munich
Germany
8,618 km
5,355 miles
WEL
Welkom
South Africa
Distance
8,618 km
5,355 mi / 4,654 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
167°
south southeast

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MUC WEL
Airport Name Munich International Airport Welkom Airport
IATA Code MUC WEL
ICAO Code EDDM FAWM
City Munich Welkom
Country Germany South Africa
Timezone Europe/Berlin Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,487 ft 4,399 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 -28.000000, 26.670000

Munich (MUC) to Welkom (WEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 8,618 kilometers (5,355 miles / 4,654 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.

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 03:00 in Munich, it's 04:00 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,912 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 350° (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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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