The flight distance from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa to Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) in Warsaw, Poland is 9,144 kilometers (5,682 miles / 4,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:28 in Pietermaritzburg, it's 17:28 in Warsaw.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,061 feet between the two airports. Warsaw Chopin Airport sits lower than Pietermaritzburg Airport.

The return flight from Warsaw (WAW) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) follows a heading of 172° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) and Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.