The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom is 9,641 kilometers (5,991 miles / 5,206 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 United Kingdom. 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 11:34 in Cape Town, it's 09:34 in London.

The return flight from London (LGW) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 164° (south 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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.