The flight distance from Port Alfred Airport (AFD) in Port Alfred, South Africa to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) in Kolkata, India is 9,027 kilometers (5,609 miles / 4,874 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 India. 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 19:47 in Port Alfred, it's 23:17 in Kolkata. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kolkata (CCU) to Port Alfred (AFD) follows a heading of 228° (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 Alfred Airport (AFD) and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.