Airport Comparison
| CPT | YNL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Points North Landing Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | YNL |
| ICAO Code | FACT | CYNL |
| City | Cape Town | Points North Landing |
| Country | South Africa | Canada |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Regina |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 1,605 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 58.280000, -104.080000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Points North Landing (YNL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Points North Landing Airport (YNL) in Points North Landing, Canada is 15,043 kilometers (9,347 miles / 8,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.
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 Canada. 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 15:19 in Cape Town, it's 07:19 in Points North Landing. With a 8-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 1,454 feet between the two airports. Points North Landing Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Points North Landing (YNL) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 83° (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 Points North Landing Airport (YNL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.