The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa is 8,927 kilometers (5,547 miles / 4,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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 Poland with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:16 in Kraków, it's 00:16 in Pietermaritzburg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,632 feet between the two airports. Pietermaritzburg Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.

The return flight from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 353° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) and Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.