CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,739 km
1,702 miles
MAI
Mangochi
Malawi
Distance
2,739 km
1,702 mi / 1,479 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
42°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT MAI
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mangochi Airport
IATA Code CPT MAI
ICAO Code FACT FWMG
City Cape Town Mangochi
Country South Africa Malawi
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Blantyre
Elevation 151 ft 1,580 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -14.480000, 35.270000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mangochi (MAI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mangochi Airport (MAI) in Mangochi, Malawi is 2,739 kilometers (1,702 miles / 1,479 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:38 in Cape Town, it's 18:38 in Mangochi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,429 feet between the two airports. Mangochi Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mangochi (MAI) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 215° (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 Mangochi Airport (MAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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