Airport Comparison
Cape Town (CPT) to Port Heiden (PTH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Port Heiden Airport (PTH) in Port Heiden, United States is 17,449 kilometers (10,842 miles / 9,422 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 United States. 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 20:17 in Cape Town, it's 09:17 in Port Heiden. With a 11-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 Port Heiden (PTH) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 6° (north). 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 Port Heiden Airport (PTH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.