CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,807 km
2,366 miles
MWZ
Mwanza
Tanzania
Distance
3,807 km
2,366 mi / 2,056 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT MWZ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mwanza Airport
IATA Code CPT MWZ
ICAO Code FACT HTMW
City Cape Town Mwanza
Country South Africa Tanzania
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 151 ft 3,763 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -2.440000, 32.930000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mwanza (MWZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mwanza Airport (MWZ) in Mwanza, Tanzania is 3,807 kilometers (2,366 miles / 2,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:31 in Cape Town, it's 20:31 in Mwanza.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,612 feet between the two airports. Mwanza Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mwanza (MWZ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 201° (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 Mwanza Airport (MWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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