HRS
Harrismith
South Africa
4,759 km
2,957 miles
LOS
Lagos
Nigeria
Distance
4,759 km
2,957 mi / 2,569 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
320°
northwest

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HRS LOS
Airport Name Harrismith Airport Murtala Muhammed International Airport
IATA Code HRS LOS
ICAO Code FAHR DNMM
City Harrismith Lagos
Country South Africa Nigeria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lagos
Elevation 5,585 ft 135 ft
Coordinates -28.240000, 29.110000 6.580000, 3.320000

Harrismith (HRS) to Lagos (LOS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Harrismith Airport (HRS) in Harrismith, South Africa to Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos, Nigeria is 4,759 kilometers (2,957 miles / 2,569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:42 in Harrismith, it's 15:42 in Lagos.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,450 feet between the two airports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport sits lower than Harrismith Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lagos (LOS) to Harrismith (HRS) follows a heading of 146° (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 Harrismith Airport (HRS) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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