Airport Comparison
| CPT | MQF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Magnitogorsk International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | MQF |
| ICAO Code | FACT | USCM |
| City | Cape Town | Magnitogorsk |
| Country | South Africa | Russia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Yekaterinburg |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 1,430 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 53.390000, 58.760000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Magnitogorsk (MQF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) in Magnitogorsk, Russia is 10,456 kilometers (6,497 miles / 5,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.
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 Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:06 in Cape Town, it's 00:06 in Magnitogorsk. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,279 feet between the two airports. Magnitogorsk International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Magnitogorsk (MQF) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 212° (south 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 Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.