MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
9,879 km
6,139 miles
MGH
Margate
South Africa
Distance
9,879 km
6,139 mi / 5,334 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
152°
south southeast

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MAN MGH
Airport Name Manchester Airport Margate Airport
IATA Code MAN MGH
ICAO Code EGCC FAMG
City Manchester Margate
Country United Kingdom South Africa
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 257 ft 495 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 -30.860000, 30.340000

Manchester (MAN) to Margate (MGH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Margate Airport (MGH) in Margate, South Africa is 9,879 kilometers (6,139 miles / 5,334 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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 United Kingdom 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 08:42 in Manchester, it's 10:42 in Margate.

The return flight from Margate (MGH) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 341° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Manchester Airport (MAN) and Margate Airport (MGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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