CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,460 km
5,257 miles
GZW
Qazvin
Iran
Distance
8,460 km
5,257 mi / 4,568 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT GZW
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Qazvin Airport
IATA Code CPT GZW
ICAO Code FACT OIIK
City Cape Town Qazvin
Country South Africa Iran
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Tehran
Elevation 151 ft 4,184 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 36.240000, 50.050000

Cape Town (CPT) to Qazvin (GZW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Qazvin Airport (GZW) in Qazvin, Iran is 8,460 kilometers (5,257 miles / 4,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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 Iran. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. 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 00:01 in Qazvin.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,033 feet between the two airports. Qazvin Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Qazvin (GZW) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 206° (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 Qazvin Airport (GZW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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