QRA
Johannesburg
South Africa
8,096 km
5,031 miles
ZAG
Zagreb
Croatia
Distance
8,096 km
5,031 mi / 4,372 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
351°
north

Airport Comparison

QRA ZAG
Airport Name Rand Airport Zagreb Airport
IATA Code QRA ZAG
ICAO Code FAGM LDZA
City Johannesburg Zagreb
Country South Africa Croatia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zagreb
Elevation 5,483 ft 353 ft
Coordinates -26.240000, 28.150000 45.740000, 16.070000

Johannesburg (QRA) to Zagreb (ZAG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rand Airport (QRA) in Johannesburg, South Africa to Zagreb Airport (ZAG) in Zagreb, Croatia is 8,096 kilometers (5,031 miles / 4,372 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in Johannesburg, it's 06:55 in Zagreb.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,130 feet between the two airports. Zagreb Airport sits lower than Rand Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zagreb (ZAG) to Johannesburg (QRA) follows a heading of 169° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rand Airport (QRA) and Zagreb Airport (ZAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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