Airport Comparison
| BCS | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Southern Seaplane Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | BCS | CPT |
| ICAO Code | 65LA | FACT |
| City | Belle Chasse | Cape Town |
| Country | United States | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 29.870000, -90.020000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Belle Chasse (BCS) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Southern Seaplane Airport (BCS) in Belle Chasse, United States to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 13,401 kilometers (8,327 miles / 7,236 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.
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 United States 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 09:53 in Belle Chasse, it's 17:53 in Cape Town. With a 8-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 Belle Chasse (BCS) 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 Southern Seaplane Airport (BCS) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.