GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
8,571 km
5,326 miles
PRG
Prague
Czech Republic
Distance
8,571 km
5,326 mi / 4,628 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
351°
north

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GCJ PRG
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Václav Havel Airport
IATA Code GCJ PRG
ICAO Code FAGC LKPR
City Midrand Prague
Country South Africa Czech Republic
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Prague
Elevation 5,325 ft 1,247 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 50.100000, 14.260000

Midrand (GCJ) to Prague (PRG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic is 8,571 kilometers (5,326 miles / 4,628 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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 Czech Republic. 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 18:43 in Midrand, it's 17:43 in Prague.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,078 feet between the two airports. Václav Havel 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 Prague (PRG) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 167° (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 Václav Havel Airport (PRG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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