Airport Comparison
| CPT | TCU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Thaba Nchu Tar Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | TCU |
| ICAO Code | FACT | FATN |
| City | Cape Town | Homeward |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 4,941 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -29.320000, 26.820000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Homeward (TCU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) in Homeward, South Africa is 933 kilometers (580 miles / 504 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within South Africa. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 12:35 in Cape Town, it's 12:35 in Homeward.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,790 feet between the two airports. Thaba Nchu Tar Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Homeward (TCU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 234° (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 Thaba Nchu Tar Airport (TCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.