The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) in Ponta Delgada, Portugal is 9,193 kilometers (5,712 miles / 4,964 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:48 in Cape Town, it's 13:48 in Ponta Delgada. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Ponta Delgada (PDL) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 144° (southeast). 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 Joao Paulo II Airport (PDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.