The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan is 8,839 kilometers (5,492 miles / 4,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 09:01 in Cape Town, it's 11:31 in Herat Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,055 feet between the two airports. Herat Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Herat Airport (HEA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 216° (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 Herat Airport (HEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.