The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Smith Field (SLG) in Siloam Springs, United States is 14,047 kilometers (8,728 miles / 7,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 20:47 in Cape Town, it's 12:47 in Siloam Springs. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,040 feet between the two airports. Smith Field sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Siloam Springs (SLG) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 109° (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 Smith Field (SLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.