DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
6,670 km
4,144 miles
WEL
Welkom
South Africa
Distance
6,670 km
4,144 mi / 3,601 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
209°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

DXB WEL
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Welkom Airport
IATA Code DXB WEL
ICAO Code OMDB FAWM
City Dubai Welkom
Country United Arab Emirates South Africa
Timezone Asia/Dubai Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 34 ft 4,399 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 -28.000000, 26.670000

Dubai (DXB) to Welkom (WEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 6,670 kilometers (4,144 miles / 3,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 209°.

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 United Arab Emirates 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 06:17 in Dubai, it's 04:17 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,365 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 30° (north 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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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