CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,195 km
1,364 miles
KAB
Kariba
Zimbabwe
Distance
2,195 km
1,364 mi / 1,185 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
30°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT KAB
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Kariba International Airport
IATA Code CPT KAB
ICAO Code FACT FVKB
City Cape Town Kariba
Country South Africa Zimbabwe
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Harare
Elevation 151 ft 1,706 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -16.520000, 28.890000

Cape Town (CPT) to Kariba (KAB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Kariba International Airport (KAB) in Kariba, Zimbabwe is 2,195 kilometers (1,364 miles / 1,185 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Zimbabwe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:16 in Cape Town, it's 19:16 in Kariba.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,555 feet between the two airports. Kariba International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Kariba (KAB) 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 Kariba International Airport (KAB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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