CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
6,907 km
4,292 miles
FDO
San Fernando
Argentina
Distance
6,907 km
4,292 mi / 3,730 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
245°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

CPT FDO
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport San Fernando Airport
IATA Code CPT FDO
ICAO Code FACT SADF
City Cape Town San Fernando
Country South Africa Argentina
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Elevation 151 ft 10 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -34.450000, -58.590000

Cape Town (CPT) to San Fernando (FDO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to San Fernando Airport (FDO) in San Fernando, Argentina is 6,907 kilometers (4,292 miles / 3,730 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:09 in Cape Town, it's 11:09 in San Fernando. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Fernando (FDO) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 114° (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 Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and San Fernando Airport (FDO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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