Airport Comparison
| CPT | LMM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Valle del Fuerte International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | LMM |
| ICAO Code | FACT | MMLM |
| City | Cape Town | Los Mochis |
| Country | South Africa | Mexico |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Mazatlan |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 16 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 25.690000, -109.080000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Los Mochis (LMM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Valle del Fuerte International Airport (LMM) in Los Mochis, Mexico is 14,939 kilometers (9,283 miles / 8,066 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 274°.
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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:49 in Cape Town, it's 12:49 in Los Mochis. 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 Los Mochis (LMM) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 113° (east 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 Valle del Fuerte International Airport (LMM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.