CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,850 km
1,771 miles
VXC
Lichinga
Mozambique
Distance
2,850 km
1,771 mi / 1,539 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
40°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT VXC
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Lichinga Airport
IATA Code CPT VXC
ICAO Code FACT FQLC
City Cape Town Lichinga
Country South Africa Mozambique
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Maputo
Elevation 151 ft 4,505 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -13.270000, 35.270000

Cape Town (CPT) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 2,850 kilometers (1,771 miles / 1,539 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 Mozambique. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:22 in Cape Town, it's 18:22 in Lichinga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,354 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 213° (south 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 Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.