KIM
Kimberley
South Africa
9,501 km
5,904 miles
MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
Distance
9,501 km
5,904 mi / 5,130 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

KIM MAN
Airport Name Kimberley Airport Manchester Airport
IATA Code KIM MAN
ICAO Code FAKM EGCC
City Kimberley Manchester
Country South Africa United Kingdom
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/London
Elevation 3,950 ft 257 ft
Coordinates -28.800000, 24.770000 53.350000, -2.270000

Kimberley (KIM) to Manchester (MAN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kimberley Airport (KIM) in Kimberley, South Africa to Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom is 9,501 kilometers (5,904 miles / 5,130 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa 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 05:54 in Kimberley, it's 03:54 in Manchester.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,693 feet between the two airports. Manchester Airport sits lower than Kimberley Airport.

The return flight from Manchester (MAN) to Kimberley (KIM) follows a heading of 156° (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 Kimberley Airport (KIM) and Manchester Airport (MAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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