Airport Comparison
Cape Town (CPT) to Jijiga (JIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport (JIJ) in Jijiga, Ethiopia is 5,455 kilometers (3,389 miles / 2,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.
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 Ethiopia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:42 in Cape Town, it's 07:42 in Jijiga.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,787 feet between the two airports. Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Jijiga (JIJ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 207° (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 Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport (JIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.