The flight distance from Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) in Silao, Mexico to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 14,014 kilometers (8,708 miles / 7,567 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.

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 Mexico 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 19:46 in Silao, it's 03:46 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,805 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Del Bajio International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Silao (BJX) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.