FCO
Rome
Italy
8,493 km
5,277 miles
GRJ
George
South Africa
Distance
8,493 km
5,277 mi / 4,586 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Rome
Heading
171°
south

Airport Comparison

FCO GRJ
Airport Name Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport George Airport
IATA Code FCO GRJ
ICAO Code LIRF FAGG
City Rome George
Country Italy South Africa
Timezone Europe/Rome Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 15 ft 648 ft
Coordinates 41.800000, 12.250000 -34.010000, 22.380000

Rome (FCO) to George (GRJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) in Rome, Italy to George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa is 8,493 kilometers (5,277 miles / 4,586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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 Italy 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 23:03 in Rome, it's 00:03 in George.

The return flight from George (GRJ) to Rome (FCO) follows a heading of 352° (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 Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport (FCO) and George Airport (GRJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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