The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Santa Maria Airport (SMA) in Vila do Porto, Portugal is 9,096 kilometers (5,652 miles / 4,911 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Portugal. 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 00:05 in Cape Town, it's 21:05 in Vila do Porto. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Vila do Porto (SMA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 145° (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 Santa Maria Airport (SMA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.