BRU
Brussels
Belgium
5,149 km
3,200 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
5,149 km
3,200 mi / 2,780 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
93°
east

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BRU ZAJ
Airport Name Brussels Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code BRU ZAJ
ICAO Code EBBR OAZJ
City Brussels Zaranj
Country Belgium Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Brussels Asia/Kabul
Elevation 184 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 30.970000, 61.870000

Brussels (BRU) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 5,149 kilometers (3,200 miles / 2,780 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east at a heading of 93°.

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 Afghanistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:49 in Brussels, it's 20:19 in Zaranj. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,388 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 313° (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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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