CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,783 km
5,458 miles
RGS
Burgos
Spain
Distance
8,783 km
5,458 mi / 4,743 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
343°
north northwest

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CPT RGS
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Burgos Airport
IATA Code CPT RGS
ICAO Code FACT LEBG
City Cape Town Burgos
Country South Africa Spain
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Madrid
Elevation 151 ft 2,945 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 42.360000, -3.620000

Cape Town (CPT) to Burgos (RGS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Burgos Airport (RGS) in Burgos, Spain is 8,783 kilometers (5,458 miles / 4,743 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:43 in Cape Town, it's 02:43 in Burgos.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,794 feet between the two airports. Burgos Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Burgos (RGS) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 161° (south 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 Burgos Airport (RGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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