Airport Comparison
| CPT | NLK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Norfolk Island International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | NLK |
| ICAO Code | FACT | YSNF |
| City | Cape Town | Burnt Pine |
| Country | South Africa | NF |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Pacific/Norfolk |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 371 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -29.040000, 167.940000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Burnt Pine (NLK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Norfolk Island International Airport (NLK) in Burnt Pine, NF is 12,303 kilometers (7,645 miles / 6,643 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.
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 NF. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:29 in Cape Town, it's 12:29 in Burnt Pine. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Burnt Pine (NLK) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 207° (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 Norfolk Island International Airport (NLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.