CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,040 km
1,268 miles
SXG
Senanga
Zambia
Distance
2,040 km
1,268 mi / 1,102 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
14°
north northeast

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CPT SXG
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Senanga Airport
IATA Code CPT SXG
ICAO Code FACT FLSN
City Cape Town Senanga
Country South Africa Zambia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 151 ft 3,370 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -16.100000, 23.270000

Cape Town (CPT) to Senanga (SXG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Senanga Airport (SXG) in Senanga, Zambia is 2,040 kilometers (1,268 miles / 1,102 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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 Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:24 in Cape Town, it's 11:24 in Senanga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,219 feet between the two airports. Senanga Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Senanga (SXG) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 192° (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 Senanga Airport (SXG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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