Airport Comparison
| BUD | WKF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | Waterkloof Air Force Base |
| IATA Code | BUD | WKF |
| ICAO Code | LHBP | FAWK |
| City | Budapest | Pretoria |
| Country | Hungary | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Budapest | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 495 ft | 4,940 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.440000, 19.260000 | -25.830000, 28.220000 |
Budapest (BUD) to Pretoria (WKF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) in Budapest, Hungary to Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) in Pretoria, South Africa is 8,197 kilometers (5,093 miles / 4,426 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 172°.
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 Hungary 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 17:40 in Budapest, it's 18:40 in Pretoria.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,445 feet between the two airports. Waterkloof Air Force Base sits higher than Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
The return flight from Pretoria (WKF) to Budapest (BUD) follows a heading of 354° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) and Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.