MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
9,613 km
5,973 miles
TCU
Homeward
South Africa
Distance
9,613 km
5,973 mi / 5,190 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
155°
south southeast

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MAN TCU
Airport Name Manchester Airport Thaba Nchu Tar Airport
IATA Code MAN TCU
ICAO Code EGCC FATN
City Manchester Homeward
Country United Kingdom South Africa
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 257 ft 4,941 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 -29.320000, 26.820000

Manchester (MAN) to Homeward (TCU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) in Homeward, South Africa is 9,613 kilometers (5,973 miles / 5,190 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 155°.

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 16:37 in Manchester, it's 18:37 in Homeward.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,684 feet between the two airports. Thaba Nchu Tar Airport sits higher than Manchester Airport.

The return flight from Homeward (TCU) to Manchester (MAN) follows a heading of 343° (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 Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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