The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Lajes Field (TER) in Lajes, Portugal is 9,356 kilometers (5,814 miles / 5,052 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 16:42 in Cape Town, it's 13:42 in Lajes. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lajes (TER) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 143° (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 Lajes Field (TER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.