The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 15,058 kilometers (9,357 miles / 8,131 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 105°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:59 in Albuquerque, it's 12:59 in Cape Town. With a 9-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 5,204 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 288° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.