BOS
Boston
United States
12,753 km
7,924 miles
TCU
Homeward
South Africa
Distance
12,753 km
7,924 mi / 6,886 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/New_York
Heading
108°
east southeast

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BOS TCU
Airport Name General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport Thaba Nchu Tar Airport
IATA Code BOS TCU
ICAO Code KBOS FATN
City Boston Homeward
Country United States South Africa
Timezone America/New_York Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 19 ft 4,941 ft
Coordinates 42.360000, -71.010000 -29.320000, 26.820000

Boston (BOS) to Homeward (TCU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) in Boston, United States to Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) in Homeward, South Africa is 12,753 kilometers (7,924 miles / 6,886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

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 08:48 in Boston, it's 15:48 in Homeward. With a 7-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 4,922 feet between the two airports. Thaba Nchu Tar Airport sits higher than General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport.

The return flight from Homeward (TCU) to Boston (BOS) follows a heading of 306° (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 General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport (BOS) and Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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