CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,405 km
2,116 miles
VAT
Vatomandry
Madagascar
Distance
3,405 km
2,116 mi / 1,838 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
69°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT VAT
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Vatomandry Airport
IATA Code CPT VAT
ICAO Code FACT FMMY
City Cape Town Vatomandry
Country South Africa Madagascar
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 151 ft 39 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -19.380000, 48.950000

Cape Town (CPT) to Vatomandry (VAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Vatomandry Airport (VAT) in Vatomandry, Madagascar is 3,405 kilometers (2,116 miles / 1,838 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:18 in Cape Town, it's 08:18 in Vatomandry.

The return flight from Vatomandry (VAT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 235° (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 Vatomandry Airport (VAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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