CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,920 km
2,436 miles
MKB
Mekambo
Gabon
Distance
3,920 km
2,436 mi / 2,117 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
352°
north

Airport Comparison

CPT MKB
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mekambo Airport
IATA Code CPT MKB
ICAO Code FACT FOOE
City Cape Town Mekambo
Country South Africa Gabon
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Libreville
Elevation 151 ft 1,686 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 1.020000, 13.930000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mekambo (MKB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mekambo Airport (MKB) in Mekambo, Gabon is 3,920 kilometers (2,436 miles / 2,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 352°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:05 in Cape Town, it's 18:05 in Mekambo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,535 feet between the two airports. Mekambo Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mekambo (MKB) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 173° (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 Mekambo Airport (MKB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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