CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,887 km
2,415 miles
MKU
Makokou
Gabon
Distance
3,887 km
2,415 mi / 2,099 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
350°
north

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CPT MKU
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Makokou Airport
IATA Code CPT MKU
ICAO Code FACT FOOK
City Cape Town Makokou
Country South Africa Gabon
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Libreville
Elevation 151 ft 1,726 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 0.580000, 12.890000

Cape Town (CPT) to Makokou (MKU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Makokou Airport (MKU) in Makokou, Gabon is 3,887 kilometers (2,415 miles / 2,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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 00:49 in Cape Town, it's 23:49 in Makokou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,575 feet between the two airports. Makokou Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Makokou (MKU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 172° (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 Makokou Airport (MKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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