Airport Comparison
| PLZ | SIN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Port Elizabeth Airport | Singapore Changi International Airport |
| IATA Code | PLZ | SIN |
| ICAO Code | FAPE | WSSS |
| City | Port Elizabeth | Singapore |
| Country | South Africa | Singapore |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Singapore |
| Elevation | 226 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.980000, 25.620000 | 1.350000, 103.990000 |
Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Singapore (SIN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) in Port Elizabeth, South Africa to Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN) in Singapore, Singapore is 9,023 kilometers (5,607 miles / 4,872 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 82°.
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 South Africa with Singapore. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:35 in Port Elizabeth, it's 12:35 in Singapore. 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.
The return flight from Singapore (SIN) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) follows a heading of 235° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) and Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.