CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,543 km
1,580 miles
NLA
Ndola
Zambia
Distance
2,543 km
1,580 mi / 1,373 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT NLA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Ndola Airport
IATA Code CPT NLA
ICAO Code FACT FLND
City Cape Town Ndola
Country South Africa Zambia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 151 ft 4,167 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -13.000000, 28.660000

Cape Town (CPT) to Ndola (NLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Ndola Airport (NLA) in Ndola, Zambia is 2,543 kilometers (1,580 miles / 1,373 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, 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 Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:04 in Cape Town, it's 18:04 in Ndola.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,016 feet between the two airports. Ndola Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Ndola (NLA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 202° (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 Ndola Airport (NLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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