BRU
Brussels
Belgium
8,849 km
5,499 miles
HLA
Johannesburg
South Africa
Distance
8,849 km
5,499 mi / 4,778 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
159°
south southeast

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BRU HLA
Airport Name Brussels Airport Lanseria Airport
IATA Code BRU HLA
ICAO Code EBBR FALA
City Brussels Johannesburg
Country Belgium South Africa
Timezone Europe/Brussels Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 184 ft 4,517 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 -25.940000, 27.930000

Brussels (BRU) to Johannesburg (HLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Lanseria Airport (HLA) in Johannesburg, South Africa is 8,849 kilometers (5,499 miles / 4,778 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 Belgium 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 23:27 in Brussels, it's 00:27 in Johannesburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,333 feet between the two airports. Lanseria Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Johannesburg (HLA) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 345° (north 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 Brussels Airport (BRU) and Lanseria Airport (HLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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