DEL
New Delhi
India
8,008 km
4,976 miles
GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
Distance
8,008 km
4,976 mi / 4,324 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kolkata
Heading
225°
southwest

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DEL GCJ
Airport Name Indira Gandhi International Airport Grand Central Airport
IATA Code DEL GCJ
ICAO Code VIDP FAGC
City New Delhi Midrand
Country India South Africa
Timezone Asia/Kolkata Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 777 ft 5,325 ft
Coordinates 28.570000, 77.100000 -25.990000, 28.140000

New Delhi (DEL) to Midrand (GCJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India to Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa is 8,008 kilometers (4,976 miles / 4,324 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:54 in New Delhi, it's 12:24 in Midrand. 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 4,548 feet between the two airports. Grand Central Airport sits higher than Indira Gandhi International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Midrand (GCJ) to New Delhi (DEL) follows a heading of 44° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Grand Central Airport (GCJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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