The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) in Richards Bay, South Africa is 9,062 kilometers (5,631 miles / 4,893 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

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 Germany 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 12:36 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 13:36 in Richards Bay.

The return flight from Richards Bay (RCB) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 345° (north 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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Richards Bay Airport (RCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.