The flight distance from El Loa Airport (CJC) in Calama, Chile to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 8,416 kilometers (5,230 miles / 4,544 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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 Chile with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:05 in Calama, it's 11:05 in Cape Town. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,392 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than El Loa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Calama (CJC) follows a heading of 252° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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