The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Manihiki Island Airport (MHX) in Manihiki Island, CK is 15,085 kilometers (9,373 miles / 8,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south at a heading of 181°.

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 CK. 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 18:58 in Cape Town, it's 06:58 in Manihiki Island. With a 12-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 Manihiki Island (MHX) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 180° (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 Manihiki Island Airport (MHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.