GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
7,849 km
4,877 miles
OTP
Bucharest
Romania
Distance
7,849 km
4,877 mi / 4,238 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
358°
north

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GCJ OTP
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Henri Coanda International Airport
IATA Code GCJ OTP
ICAO Code FAGC LROP
City Midrand Bucharest
Country South Africa Romania
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Bucharest
Elevation 5,325 ft 314 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 44.570000, 26.100000

Midrand (GCJ) to Bucharest (OTP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) in Bucharest, Romania is 7,849 kilometers (4,877 miles / 4,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 Romania. 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 17:52 in Midrand, it's 17:52 in Bucharest.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,011 feet between the two airports. Henri Coanda 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 Bucharest (OTP) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 178° (south). 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 Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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