MXP
Milan
Italy
8,005 km
4,974 miles
PTG
Potgietersrus
South Africa
Distance
8,005 km
4,974 mi / 4,323 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Rome
Heading
160°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

MXP PTG
Airport Name Malpensa International Airport Polokwane International Airport
IATA Code MXP PTG
ICAO Code LIMC FAPP
City Milan Potgietersrus
Country Italy South Africa
Timezone Europe/Rome Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 768 ft 4,076 ft
Coordinates 45.630000, 8.730000 -23.850000, 29.460000

Milan (MXP) to Potgietersrus (PTG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy to Polokwane International Airport (PTG) in Potgietersrus, South Africa is 8,005 kilometers (4,974 miles / 4,323 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 Italy 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 13:42 in Milan, it's 14:42 in Potgietersrus.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,308 feet between the two airports. Polokwane International Airport sits higher than Malpensa International Airport.

The return flight from Potgietersrus (PTG) to Milan (MXP) follows a heading of 345° (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 Malpensa International Airport (MXP) and Polokwane International Airport (PTG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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