Airport Comparison
Choibalsan Airport (COQ) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Choibalsan Airport (COQ) in Choibalsan Airport, Mongolia to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 13,156 kilometers (8,175 miles / 7,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.
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 Mongolia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:34 in Choibalsan Airport, it's 10:34 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,306 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Choibalsan Airport.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Choibalsan Airport (COQ) follows a heading of 49° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Choibalsan Airport (COQ) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.