The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) in Maseru, Lesotho is 983 kilometers (611 miles / 531 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Lesotho. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:23 in Cape Town, it's 16:23 in Maseru.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,197 feet between the two airports. Moshoeshoe I International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Maseru (MSU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 237° (west 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 Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.