BVC
Rabil
Cape Verde
6,227 km
3,869 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
6,227 km
3,869 mi / 3,362 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Heading
293°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

BVC TPA
Airport Name Rabil Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code BVC TPA
ICAO Code GVBA KTPA
City Rabil Tampa
Country Cape Verde United States
Timezone Atlantic/Cape_Verde America/New_York
Elevation 69 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 16.140000, -22.890000 27.980000, -82.530000

Rabil (BVC) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rabil Airport (BVC) in Rabil, Cape Verde to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 6,227 kilometers (3,869 miles / 3,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Cape Verde with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:18 in Rabil, it's 07:18 in Tampa. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Rabil (BVC) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rabil Airport (BVC) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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