Airport Comparison
| TPE | ULD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport | Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport |
| IATA Code | TPE | ULD |
| ICAO Code | RCTP | FAUL |
| City | Taipei | Ulundi |
| Country | Taiwan | South Africa |
| Timezone | Asia/Taipei | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 106 ft | 1,720 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.080000, 121.230000 | -28.320000, 31.420000 |
Taipei (TPE) to Ulundi (ULD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan to Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) in Ulundi, South Africa is 11,280 kilometers (7,009 miles / 6,091 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.
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 Taiwan 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 00:36 in Taipei, it's 18:36 in Ulundi. 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 1,614 feet between the two airports. Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport sits higher than Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.
The return flight from Ulundi (ULD) to Taipei (TPE) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.