The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG) in Lightning Ridge Airport, Australia is 11,183 kilometers (6,949 miles / 6,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:17 in Cape Town, it's 08:17 in Lightning Ridge Airport. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 221° (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 Lightning Ridge Airport (LHG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.