CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
5,009 km
3,113 miles
MZX
Masslo
Ethiopia
Distance
5,009 km
3,113 mi / 2,705 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
30°
north northeast

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CPT MZX
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Masslo Airport
IATA Code CPT MZX
ICAO Code FACT HAML
City Cape Town Masslo
Country South Africa Ethiopia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Addis_Ababa
Elevation 151 ft 4,180 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 6.410000, 39.720000

Cape Town (CPT) to Masslo (MZX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Masslo Airport (MZX) in Masslo, Ethiopia is 5,009 kilometers (3,113 miles / 2,705 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:07 in Cape Town, it's 23:07 in Masslo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,029 feet between the two airports. Masslo Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Masslo (MZX) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 205° (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 Masslo Airport (MZX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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