The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) in Palembang-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 9,468 kilometers (5,883 miles / 5,112 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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 Indonesia. 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 23:45 in Cape Town, it's 04:45 in Palembang-Sumatra Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Palembang-Sumatra Island (PLM) 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 Sultan Mahmud Badaruddin Ii Airport (PLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.