Distance and flight time from Pittsburgh to Piet Retief
The great-circle distance between Pittsburgh and Piet Retief is 13,630 km (8,469 mi, 7,360 nautical miles). By private jet the flight takes between 17h 49m and 37h 12m block time depending on the aircraft class. For most travellers an ultra-long-range jet fits: it covers the route with one fuel stop in about 17h 49m.
- Light jet: 27h 08m (with 5 fuel stops)
- Midsize jet: 22h 56m (with 3 fuel stops)
- Super midsize jet: 20h 30m (with 2 fuel stops)
- Heavy jet: 20h 05m (with 2 fuel stops)
- Ultra long range jet: 17h 49m (with one fuel stop)
Empty legs and aircraft on the Pittsburgh – Piet Retief route
Over the last 18 months we recorded 7 empty legs from Pittsburgh to Piet Retief. The most frequent aircraft were Bombardier Challenger 300 and Challenger 300. Most flights operate from Pittsburgh International Airport (KPIT) to Piet Retief Airport (FAPF).
Range and fuel stops
Not every jet can fly every route nonstop. With reserves, light jets reach about 2,800 km, super midsize jets around 5,500 km and ultra long range jets more than 11,000 km. If the destination is further away, the operator plans a fuel stop of roughly 45 minutes.
For transatlantic flights or routes to Asia the larger class often pays off: it costs more per hour but saves stops and therefore time.
- Turboprop / PC-12: up to approx. 2,200–2,800 km
- Light jet: up to approx. 2,800 km
- Midsize jet: up to approx. 3,700 km
- Super midsize jet: up to approx. 5,500 km
- Heavy jet: up to approx. 7,000 km
- Ultra long range: 11,000 km and more
Calculating the distance between airports
We calculate distance as the great-circle distance (the shortest path over the globe) and also show it in nautical miles, the standard unit in aviation. Because aircraft follow airways and approach procedures, the distance actually flown is slightly longer; the flight time already includes this.
How we calculate
- Distance: great-circle calculation from both airports’ coordinates, plus 5% for airways and approach procedures.
- Flight time: distance flown divided by the class’s typical cruise speed, plus 15 minutes for climb and descent and 10 minutes of taxi per take-off and landing.
- Fuel stops: added once the route exceeds practical range with reserves, 45 minutes on the ground per stop.
- Wind is not included. Strong headwinds (typically westbound across the Atlantic) can add 10–15% to flight time; tailwinds shorten it.
Frequently asked questions
How far is it from Pittsburgh to Piet Retief?
The great-circle distance is 13,630 km (8,469 mi) or 7,360 nautical miles. The distance flown is about 5% longer because of airways.
How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to Piet Retief?
By private jet about 17h 49m in an ultra-long-range jet. A typical airliner flying nonstop takes about 17h 55m gate to gate. Wind and air traffic control can change this by a few minutes.
Can a light jet fly Pittsburgh – Piet Retief nonstop?
No, a light jet would need 5 fuel stops and about 27h 08m in total. Nonstop flights start with an ultra-long-range jet (17h 49m).
How much is a private jet from Pittsburgh to Piet Retief?
A one-way charter in an ultra-long-range jet costs roughly €280,400 to €540,500 for the whole aircraft. Empty legs on this route recently had a median price of €22,200.