Airport Comparison
| CKW | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Graeme Rowley Aerodrome | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | CKW | CPT |
| ICAO Code | YCHK | FACT |
| City | Christmas Creek mine | Cape Town |
| Country | Australia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Australia/Perth | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 0 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | -22.360000, 119.650000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Christmas Creek mine (CKW) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Graeme Rowley Aerodrome (CKW) in Christmas Creek mine, Australia to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 9,590 kilometers (5,959 miles / 5,178 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.
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 Australia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:48 in Christmas Creek mine, it's 16:48 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 Christmas Creek mine (CKW) follows a heading of 115° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Graeme Rowley Aerodrome (CKW) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.