GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
8,426 km
5,235 miles
MUC
Munich
Germany
Distance
8,426 km
5,235 mi / 4,549 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
349°
north

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GCJ MUC
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Munich International Airport
IATA Code GCJ MUC
ICAO Code FAGC EDDM
City Midrand Munich
Country South Africa Germany
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Berlin
Elevation 5,325 ft 1,487 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 48.350000, 11.790000

Midrand (GCJ) to Munich (MUC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany is 8,426 kilometers (5,235 miles / 4,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 349°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:05 in Midrand, it's 19:05 in Munich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,838 feet between the two airports. Munich International Airport sits lower than Grand Central Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Munich (MUC) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 165° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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