Airport Comparison
| AZS | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Samana El Catey International Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZS | CPT |
| ICAO Code | MDCY | FACT |
| City | Samana | Cape Town |
| Country | Dominican Republic | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.270000, -69.740000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Samana (AZS) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 11,042 kilometers (6,861 miles / 5,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.
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 Dominican Republic with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:40 in Samana, it's 15:40 in Cape Town. 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.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Samana (AZS) follows a heading of 287° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.