BRU
Brussels
Belgium
8,666 km
5,385 miles
PTG
Potgietersrus
South Africa
Distance
8,666 km
5,385 mi / 4,679 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
157°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

BRU PTG
Airport Name Brussels Airport Polokwane International Airport
IATA Code BRU PTG
ICAO Code EBBR FAPP
City Brussels Potgietersrus
Country Belgium South Africa
Timezone Europe/Brussels Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 184 ft 4,076 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 -23.850000, 29.460000

Brussels (BRU) to Potgietersrus (PTG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa is 8,666 kilometers (5,385 miles / 4,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

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 11:27 in Brussels, it's 12:27 in Potgietersrus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,892 feet between the two airports. Polokwane International Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Potgietersrus (PTG) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 344° (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 Polokwane International Airport (PTG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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