The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) in Barbacena, Brazil is 6,211 kilometers (3,860 miles / 3,354 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 266°.

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 01:55 in Cape Town, it's 20:55 in Barbacena. 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 3,506 feet between the two airports. Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Barbacena (QAK) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 117° (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 Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.