CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,759 km
4,821 miles
MZW
Mecheria
Algeria
Distance
7,759 km
4,821 mi / 4,190 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
343°
north northwest

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CPT MZW
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mecheria Airport
IATA Code CPT MZW
ICAO Code FACT DAAY
City Cape Town Mecheria
Country South Africa Algeria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Algiers
Elevation 151 ft 3,855 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 33.540000, -0.240000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mecheria (MZW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mecheria Airport (MZW) in Mecheria, Algeria is 7,759 kilometers (4,821 miles / 4,190 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:33 in Cape Town, it's 19:33 in Mecheria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,704 feet between the two airports. Mecheria Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mecheria (MZW) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 163° (south southeast). 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 Mecheria Airport (MZW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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