Airport Comparison
| CPT | KEF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Keflavik International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | KEF |
| ICAO Code | FACT | BIKF |
| City | Cape Town | Reykjavik |
| Country | South Africa | Iceland |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Atlantic/Reykjavik |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 171 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 63.980000, -22.610000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Reykjavik (KEF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Keflavik International Airport (KEF) in Reykjavik, Iceland is 11,475 kilometers (7,130 miles / 6,196 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Iceland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:54 in Cape Town, it's 12:54 in Reykjavik.
The return flight from Reykjavik (KEF) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 146° (southeast). 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 Keflavik International Airport (KEF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.