GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
8,034 km
4,992 miles
NCE
Nice
France
Distance
8,034 km
4,992 mi / 4,338 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GCJ NCE
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport
IATA Code GCJ NCE
ICAO Code FAGC LFMN
City Midrand Nice
Country South Africa France
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Paris
Elevation 5,325 ft 12 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 43.660000, 7.220000

Midrand (GCJ) to Nice (NCE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France is 8,034 kilometers (4,992 miles / 4,338 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 France. 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 16:01 in Midrand, it's 15:01 in Nice.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,313 feet between the two airports. Nice-Cote d'Azur 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 Nice (NCE) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 160° (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 Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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