The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Joslin Field/Magic Valley Regional Airport (TWF) in Twin Falls, United States is 15,864 kilometers (9,857 miles / 8,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:34 in Cape Town, it's 08:34 in Twin Falls. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,002 feet between the two airports. Joslin Field/Magic Valley Regional Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Twin Falls (TWF) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 93° (east). 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 Joslin Field/Magic Valley Regional Airport (TWF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.