CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,003 km
1,866 miles
LZA
Luiza
DR Congo
Distance
3,003 km
1,866 mi / 1,622 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

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CPT LZA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Luiza Airport
IATA Code CPT LZA
ICAO Code FACT FZUG
City Cape Town Luiza
Country South Africa DR Congo
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 151 ft 2,890 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -7.180000, 22.400000

Cape Town (CPT) to Luiza (LZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Luiza Airport (LZA) in Luiza, DR Congo is 3,003 kilometers (1,866 miles / 1,622 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 03:15 in Cape Town, it's 03:15 in Luiza.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,739 feet between the two airports. Luiza Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Luiza (LZA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 187° (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 Luiza Airport (LZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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