CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,572 km
5,326 miles
IMQ
Makou
Iran
Distance
8,572 km
5,326 mi / 4,628 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
20°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT IMQ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Makou Airport
IATA Code CPT IMQ
ICAO Code FACT OITU
City Cape Town Makou
Country South Africa Iran
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Tehran
Elevation 151 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 39.330000, 44.430000

Cape Town (CPT) to Makou (IMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Makou Airport (IMQ) in Makou, Iran is 8,572 kilometers (5,326 miles / 4,628 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 00:26 in Cape Town, it's 01:56 in Makou.

The return flight from Makou (IMQ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 202° (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 Makou Airport (IMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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