BRU
Brussels
Belgium
9,186 km
5,708 miles
TCU
Homeward
South Africa
Distance
9,186 km
5,708 mi / 4,960 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
160°
south southeast

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BRU TCU
Airport Name Brussels Airport Thaba Nchu Tar Airport
IATA Code BRU TCU
ICAO Code EBBR FATN
City Brussels Homeward
Country Belgium South Africa
Timezone Europe/Brussels Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 184 ft 4,941 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 -29.320000, 26.820000

Brussels (BRU) to Homeward (TCU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) in Homeward, South Africa is 9,186 kilometers (5,708 miles / 4,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 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 20:30 in Brussels, it's 21:30 in Homeward.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,757 feet between the two airports. Thaba Nchu Tar Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Homeward (TCU) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 346° (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 Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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