Distance from South Africa to United States
The distance from South Africa to United States is 8,947 miles, or 14,399 kilometers. This is the shortest air travel (straight-line) distance between South Africa and United States.
How far is South Africa from United States?
Air Travel Distance: 8,947 miles (14,399 km)
Flight Time: 16 hours and 56 minutes
South Africa Coordinates: 30.5595°S, 22.9375°E
United States Coordinates: 37.0902°N, 95.7129°W
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Distance and Coordinate Details
Distance between South Africa and United States8,947 miles (14,399 km)
Flight Time between South Africa and United States16 hours and 56 minutes
South Africa Coordinates30.56°S, 22.94°E
South Africa HemisphereSouthern
Distance from South Africa to Equator2,109 miles
Distance from South Africa to North Pole8,339 miles (13,421 km)
Distance from South Africa to South Pole4,112 miles (6,617 km)
United States Coordinates37.09°N, 95.71°W
United States HemisphereNorthern
Distance from United States to Equator2,559 miles
Distance from United States to North Pole3,660 miles (5,890 km)
Distance from United States to South Pole8,791 miles (14,148 km)
FAQs
How long does it take to fly from South Africa to United States?
If the average flight speed is assumed to be 550 mph, or 885.1 km/h, it takes around 16 hours and 56 minutes to reach United States from South Africa.
What is the distance between South Africa and United States?
The flight distance between South Africa and United States is 8,947 miles, which is equivalent to 14,399 kilometers.
Which location is closer to the equator, South Africa or United States?
South Africa is closer to the equator. South Africa is around 2,109 miles from the equator, while United States is 2,559 miles away.