CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,572 km
5,327 miles
XAU
Saul
GF
Distance
8,572 km
5,327 mi / 4,629 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
283°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT XAU
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Saul Airport
IATA Code CPT XAU
ICAO Code FACT SOOS
City Cape Town Saul
Country South Africa GF
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg America/Cayenne
Elevation 151 ft 656 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 3.610000, -53.200000

Cape Town (CPT) to Saul (XAU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Saul Airport (XAU) in Saul, GF is 8,572 kilometers (5,327 miles / 4,629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:40 in Cape Town, it's 07:40 in Saul. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Saul (XAU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 126° (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 Saul Airport (XAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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