The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Putao Airport (PBU) in Putao, Myanmar is 10,734 kilometers (6,670 miles / 5,796 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 Myanmar. 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 13:45 in Cape Town, it's 18:15 in Putao. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,349 feet between the two airports. Putao Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Putao (PBU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 235° (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 Putao Airport (PBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.