CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
5,236 km
3,254 miles
ZLX
Zalingei
Sudan
Distance
5,236 km
3,254 mi / 2,827 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
north

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CPT ZLX
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Zalingei Airport
IATA Code CPT ZLX
ICAO Code FACT HSZA
City Cape Town Zalingei
Country South Africa Sudan
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Khartoum
Elevation 151 ft 2,953 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 12.900000, 23.480000

Cape Town (CPT) to Zalingei (ZLX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Zalingei Airport (ZLX) in Zalingei, Sudan is 5,236 kilometers (3,254 miles / 2,827 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:07 in Cape Town, it's 07:07 in Zalingei.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,802 feet between the two airports. Zalingei Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Zalingei (ZLX) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 186° (south). 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 Zalingei Airport (ZLX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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