CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
5,633 km
3,500 miles
GSU
Gedaref
Sudan
Distance
5,633 km
3,500 mi / 3,041 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
21°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT GSU
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Azaza Airport
IATA Code CPT GSU
ICAO Code FACT HSGF
City Cape Town Gedaref
Country South Africa Sudan
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Khartoum
Elevation 151 ft 1,640 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 14.130000, 35.320000

Cape Town (CPT) to Gedaref (GSU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Azaza Airport (GSU) in Gedaref, Sudan is 5,633 kilometers (3,500 miles / 3,041 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.

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 Sudan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:27 in Cape Town, it's 15:27 in Gedaref.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,489 feet between the two airports. Azaza Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Gedaref (GSU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). 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 Azaza Airport (GSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.