Airport Comparison
| CPT | UVF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Hewanorra International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | UVF |
| ICAO Code | FACT | TLPL |
| City | Cape Town | Vieux Fort |
| Country | South Africa | Saint Lucia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/St_Lucia |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 14 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 13.730000, -60.950000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Vieux Fort (UVF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) in Vieux Fort, Saint Lucia is 9,921 kilometers (6,165 miles / 5,357 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.
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 Saint Lucia. 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 13:01 in Cape Town, it's 07:01 in Vieux Fort. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Vieux Fort (UVF) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 125° (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 Hewanorra International Airport (UVF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.