CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,101 km
1,927 miles
RVA
Farafangana Airport
Madagascar
Distance
3,101 km
1,927 mi / 1,675 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
74°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT RVA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Farafangana Airport
IATA Code CPT RVA
ICAO Code FACT FMSG
City Cape Town N/A
Country South Africa Madagascar
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 151 ft 26 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -22.810000, 47.820000

Cape Town (CPT) to Farafangana Airport (RVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Farafangana Airport (RVA) in Farafangana Airport, Madagascar is 3,101 kilometers (1,927 miles / 1,675 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:47 in Cape Town, it's 21:47 in Farafangana Airport.

The return flight from Farafangana Airport (RVA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 240° (west southwest). 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 Farafangana Airport (RVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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