AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
6,344 km
3,942 miles
VYD
Vryheid
South Africa
Distance
6,344 km
3,942 mi / 3,426 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
205°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

AUH VYD
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Vryheid Airport
IATA Code AUH VYD
ICAO Code OMAA FAVY
City Abu Dhabi Vryheid
Country United Arab Emirates South Africa
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 88 ft 3,799 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 -27.790000, 30.800000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Vryheid (VYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Vryheid Airport (VYD) in Vryheid, South Africa is 6,344 kilometers (3,942 miles / 3,426 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:23 in Abu Dhabi, it's 20:23 in Vryheid.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,711 feet between the two airports. Vryheid Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.

The return flight from Vryheid (VYD) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 26° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Vryheid Airport (VYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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