Airport Comparison
Cape Town (CPT) to Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) in Nakhon Ratchasima Airport, Thailand is 10,366 kilometers (6,441 miles / 5,597 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 Thailand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:38 in Cape Town, it's 23:38 in Nakhon Ratchasima Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 236° (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 Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.