The flight distance from Aek Godang Airport (AEG) in Padang Sidempuan-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 9,251 kilometers (5,748 miles / 4,995 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 236°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:01 in Padang Sidempuan-Sumatra Island, it's 03:01 in Cape Town. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Padang Sidempuan-Sumatra Island (AEG) follows a heading of 84° (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 Aek Godang Airport (AEG) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.