Airport Comparison
| ARN | PTG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Stockholm-Arlanda Airport | Polokwane International Airport |
| IATA Code | ARN | PTG |
| ICAO Code | ESSA | FAPP |
| City | Stockholm | Potgietersrus |
| Country | Sweden | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 137 ft | 4,076 ft |
| Coordinates | 59.650000, 17.920000 | -23.850000, 29.460000 |
Stockholm (ARN) to Potgietersrus (PTG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) in Stockholm, Sweden to Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa is 9,345 kilometers (5,806 miles / 5,046 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 169°.
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 Sweden 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 13:56 in Stockholm, it's 14:56 in Potgietersrus.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,939 feet between the two airports. Polokwane International Airport sits higher than Stockholm-Arlanda Airport.
The return flight from Potgietersrus (PTG) to Stockholm (ARN) follows a heading of 354° (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 Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) and Polokwane International Airport (PTG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.