Airport Comparison
| SIN | WKF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Singapore Changi International Airport | Waterkloof Air Force Base |
| IATA Code | SIN | WKF |
| ICAO Code | WSSS | FAWK |
| City | Singapore | Pretoria |
| Country | Singapore | South Africa |
| Timezone | Asia/Singapore | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 22 ft | 4,940 ft |
| Coordinates | 1.350000, 103.990000 | -25.830000, 28.220000 |
Singapore (SIN) to Pretoria (WKF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN) in Singapore, Singapore to Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) in Pretoria, South Africa is 8,654 kilometers (5,377 miles / 4,673 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.
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 Singapore with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:23 in Singapore, it's 20:23 in Pretoria. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,918 feet between the two airports. Waterkloof Air Force Base sits higher than Singapore Changi International Airport.
The return flight from Pretoria (WKF) to Singapore (SIN) follows a heading of 82° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Singapore Changi International Airport (SIN) and Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.