CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,988 km
1,857 miles
KNM
Kaniama
DR Congo
Distance
2,988 km
1,857 mi / 1,613 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
12°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT KNM
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Kaniama Airport
IATA Code CPT KNM
ICAO Code FACT FZTK
City Cape Town Kaniama
Country South Africa DR Congo
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 151 ft 2,772 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -7.580000, 24.150000

Cape Town (CPT) to Kaniama (KNM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Kaniama Airport (KNM) in Kaniama, DR Congo is 2,988 kilometers (1,857 miles / 1,613 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:52 in Cape Town, it's 13:52 in Kaniama.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,621 feet between the two airports. Kaniama Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Kaniama (KNM) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 190° (south). 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 Kaniama Airport (KNM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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