CPT to LHR: Distance and Flight Time
The distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 9,682 km (6,016 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 12h 35m, heading north. The distance is the same in either direction (LHR to CPT).
How far is it from Cape Town to London?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 9,682 km (6,016 mi, 5,228 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.
How long is the flight from CPT to LHR?
A nonstop flight typically takes about 12h 35m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. LHR is roughly north of CPT.
Airlines flying CPT to LHR
3 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:
Frequently asked questions
How far is Cape Town from London?
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are 9,682 km (6,016 mi, 5,228 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.
How long is the flight from CPT to LHR?
A typical nonstop flight between CPT and LHR takes about 12h 35m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.
What direction is LHR from CPT?
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) lies roughly north of Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
Which airlines fly CPT to LHR?
3 airlines appear on the CPT-LHR route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, British Airways, Iberia Airlines.
Related routes
Other routes from Cape Town (CPT):
Other routes from London (LHR):
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