CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
4,015 km
2,495 miles
TMS
Sao Tome
São Tomé and Príncipe
Distance
4,015 km
2,495 mi / 2,168 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
340°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT TMS
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Sao Tome International Airport
IATA Code CPT TMS
ICAO Code FACT FPST
City Cape Town Sao Tome
Country South Africa São Tomé and Príncipe
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Sao_Tome
Elevation 151 ft 33 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 0.380000, 6.710000

Cape Town (CPT) to Sao Tome (TMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 4,015 kilometers (2,495 miles / 2,168 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:44 in Cape Town, it's 11:44 in Sao Tome.

The return flight from Sao Tome (TMS) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 163° (south 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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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