MUC
Munich
Germany
8,219 km
5,107 miles
PTG
Potgietersrus
South Africa
Distance
8,219 km
5,107 mi / 4,438 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
163°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MUC PTG
Airport Name Munich International Airport Polokwane International Airport
IATA Code MUC PTG
ICAO Code EDDM FAPP
City Munich Potgietersrus
Country Germany South Africa
Timezone Europe/Berlin Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 1,487 ft 4,076 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 -23.850000, 29.460000

Munich (MUC) to Potgietersrus (PTG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa is 8,219 kilometers (5,107 miles / 4,438 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 Germany 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 14:22 in Munich, it's 15:22 in Potgietersrus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,589 feet between the two airports. Polokwane International Airport sits higher than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Potgietersrus (PTG) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 348° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Polokwane International Airport (PTG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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