GFY
Grootfontein
Namibia
8,345 km
5,185 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
8,345 km
5,185 mi / 4,506 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Windhoek
Heading
348°
north northwest

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GFY MAN
Airport Name Grootfontein Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code GFY MAN
ICAO Code FYGF EGCC
City Grootfontein Manchester
Country Namibia United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Windhoek Europe/London
Elevation 4,636 ft 257 ft
Coordinates -19.600000, 18.120000 53.350000, -2.270000

Grootfontein (GFY) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 8,345 kilometers (5,185 miles / 4,506 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 Namibia with United Kingdom. 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 00:06 in Grootfontein, it's 22:06 in Manchester.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,379 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than Grootfontein Airport.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Grootfontein (GFY) 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 Grootfontein Airport (GFY) and Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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