The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa is 14,520 kilometers (9,022 miles / 7,840 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:28 in Austin, it's 04:28 in Plettenberg Bay. With a 8-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 Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 283° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.