Airport Comparison
| CPT | PLU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | PLU |
| ICAO Code | FACT | SBBH |
| City | Cape Town | Belo Horizonte |
| Country | South Africa | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 2,589 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -19.850000, -43.950000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Belo Horizonte (PLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) in Belo Horizonte, Brazil is 6,303 kilometers (3,916 miles / 3,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 267°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:52 in Cape Town, it's 08:52 in Belo Horizonte. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,438 feet between the two airports. Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Belo Horizonte (PLU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 Pampulha - Carlos Drummond de Andrade Airport (PLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.