Airport Comparison
| AKP | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Anaktuvuk Pass Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKP | CPT |
| ICAO Code | PAKP | FACT |
| City | Anaktuvuk Pass | Cape Town |
| Country | United States | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 2,106 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 68.130000, -151.740000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Anaktuvuk Pass (AKP) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Anaktuvuk Pass Airport (AKP) in Anaktuvuk Pass, United States to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 16,166 kilometers (10,045 miles / 8,729 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.
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 17:29 in Anaktuvuk Pass, it's 04:29 in Cape Town. With a 11-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 1,955 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Anaktuvuk Pass Airport.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Anaktuvuk Pass (AKP) follows a heading of 354° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Anaktuvuk Pass Airport (AKP) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.