Airport Comparison
| FRA | TCU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frankfurt am Main International Airport | Thaba Nchu Tar Airport |
| IATA Code | FRA | TCU |
| ICAO Code | EDDF | FATN |
| City | Frankfurt am Main | Homeward |
| Country | Germany | South Africa |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 4,941 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.030000, 8.540000 | -29.320000, 26.820000 |
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Homeward (TCU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) in Homeward, South Africa is 9,006 kilometers (5,596 miles / 4,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 164°.
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 17:56 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 18:56 in Homeward.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,577 feet between the two airports. Thaba Nchu Tar Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport.
The return flight from Homeward (TCU) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 348° (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 Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.