The flight distance from Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) in Caracas, Venezuela to Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia is 9,898 kilometers (6,150 miles / 5,344 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.

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 Venezuela with Namibia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:00 in Caracas, it's 05:00 in Grootfontein. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,401 feet between the two airports. Grootfontein Airport sits higher than Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport.

The return flight from Grootfontein (GFY) to Caracas (CCS) follows a heading of 282° (west 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 Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) and Grootfontein Airport (GFY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.