CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,542 km
5,307 miles
SNX
Semnan
Iran
Distance
8,542 km
5,307 mi / 4,612 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
29°
north northeast

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CPT SNX
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Semnan Airport
IATA Code CPT SNX
ICAO Code FACT OIIS
City Cape Town Semnan
Country South Africa Iran
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Tehran
Elevation 151 ft 3,665 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 35.590000, 53.500000

Cape Town (CPT) to Semnan (SNX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Semnan Airport (SNX) in Semnan, Iran is 8,542 kilometers (5,307 miles / 4,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 Iran. 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 05:43 in Cape Town, it's 07:13 in Semnan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,514 feet between the two airports. Semnan Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Semnan (SNX) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 209° (south 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 Semnan Airport (SNX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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