BNE
Brisbane
Australia
11,864 km
7,372 miles
MBD
Mafeking
South Africa
Distance
11,864 km
7,372 mi / 6,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Australia/Brisbane
Heading
228°
southwest

Airport Comparison

BNE MBD
Airport Name Brisbane International Airport Mmabatho International Airport
IATA Code BNE MBD
ICAO Code YBBN FAMM
City Brisbane Mafeking
Country Australia South Africa
Timezone Australia/Brisbane Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 13 ft 4,181 ft
Coordinates -27.380000, 153.120000 -25.800000, 25.550000

Brisbane (BNE) to Mafeking (MBD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brisbane International Airport (BNE) in Brisbane, Australia to Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa is 11,864 kilometers (7,372 miles / 6,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:08 in Brisbane, it's 19:08 in Mafeking. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,168 feet between the two airports. Mmabatho International Airport sits higher than Brisbane International Airport.

The return flight from Mafeking (MBD) to Brisbane (BNE) follows a heading of 133° (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 Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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