Airport Comparison
| CPT | SAW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Sabiha Gokcen International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | SAW |
| ICAO Code | FACT | LTFJ |
| City | Cape Town | Istanbul |
| Country | South Africa | Turkey |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Europe/Istanbul |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 312 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 40.900000, 29.310000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 8,396 kilometers (5,217 miles / 4,533 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 8°.
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 Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:20 in Cape Town, it's 12:20 in Istanbul.
The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 189° (south). 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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.