GCJ
Midrand
South Africa
8,069 km
5,014 miles
ZAG
Zagreb
Croatia
Distance
8,069 km
5,014 mi / 4,357 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
351°
north

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GCJ ZAG
Airport Name Grand Central Airport Zagreb Airport
IATA Code GCJ ZAG
ICAO Code FAGC LDZA
City Midrand Zagreb
Country South Africa Croatia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zagreb
Elevation 5,325 ft 353 ft
Coordinates -25.990000, 28.140000 45.740000, 16.070000

Midrand (GCJ) to Zagreb (ZAG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Central Airport (GCJ) in Midrand, South Africa to Zagreb Airport (ZAG) in Zagreb, Croatia is 8,069 kilometers (5,014 miles / 4,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 Croatia. 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 16:43 in Midrand, it's 15:43 in Zagreb.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,972 feet between the two airports. Zagreb 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 Zagreb (ZAG) to Midrand (GCJ) follows a heading of 169° (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 Zagreb Airport (ZAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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