CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,304 km
2,053 miles
FIH
Kinshasa
DR Congo
Distance
3,304 km
2,053 mi / 1,784 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

CPT FIH
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Ndjili International Airport
IATA Code CPT FIH
ICAO Code FACT FZAA
City Cape Town Kinshasa
Country South Africa DR Congo
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 151 ft 1,027 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -4.390000, 15.440000

Cape Town (CPT) to Kinshasa (FIH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Ndjili International Airport (FIH) in Kinshasa, DR Congo is 3,304 kilometers (2,053 miles / 1,784 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:55 in Cape Town, it's 09:55 in Kinshasa.

The return flight from Kinshasa (FIH) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 175° (south). 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 Ndjili International Airport (FIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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