Maseru to George flights
George lies 702 km (436 mi) south-west of Maseru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Maseru | George | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Lesotho | South Africa |
| Population | 359,753 | 188,580 |
| Elevation | 1,552 m (5,092 ft) | 232 m (761 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Maseru) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | MSU, 17 km out | GRJ, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in George
Crossing from Lesotho into South Africa: money changes from the Loti to the Rand (ZAR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro, IEC 60906-1; the dialling code becomes +27; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Maseru
Maseru is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 10,498-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in George
George is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is George Airport (GRJ), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,562 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Airport | GRJ | 9 km (6 mi) | 6,562 ft | 648 ft |
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Common questions
How far is George from Maseru?
702 km (436 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Maseru.
How long does it take to get from Maseru to George by air?
About 1 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Maseru and George?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Maseru to George flights?
Typically Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) to George Airport (GRJ).
What currency do I need in George?
The Rand (ZAR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.