CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
4,203 km
2,612 miles
KCU
Masindi
Uganda
Distance
4,203 km
2,612 mi / 2,269 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
22°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT KCU
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Masindi Airport
IATA Code CPT KCU
ICAO Code FACT HUMI
City Cape Town Masindi
Country South Africa Uganda
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kampala
Elevation 151 ft 3,850 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 1.760000, 31.740000

Cape Town (CPT) to Masindi (KCU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda is 4,203 kilometers (2,612 miles / 2,269 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 Uganda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:42 in Cape Town, it's 17:42 in Masindi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,699 feet between the two airports. Masindi Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Masindi (KCU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 198° (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 Masindi Airport (KCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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