Airport Comparison
| CPT | GJT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Grand Junction Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | GJT |
| ICAO Code | FACT | KGJT |
| City | Cape Town | Grand Junction |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 4,861 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 39.120000, -108.530000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Grand Junction (GJT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) in Grand Junction, United States is 15,323 kilometers (9,522 miles / 8,274 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.
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 South Africa with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:31 in Cape Town, it's 13:31 in Grand Junction. With a 9-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 4,710 feet between the two airports. Grand Junction Regional Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Grand Junction (GJT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 100° (east). 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 Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.