The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) in Puerto Penasco, Mexico is 15,565 kilometers (9,672 miles / 8,404 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:02 in Cape Town, it's 08:02 in Puerto Penasco. With a 9-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 Puerto Penasco (PPE) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 107° (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 Puerto Penasco International Airport (PPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.