The flight distance from Almaty International Airport (ALA) in Almaty, Kazakhstan to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 10,440 kilometers (6,487 miles / 5,637 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 Kazakhstan 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 12:14 in Almaty, it's 09:14 in Cape Town. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,087 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Almaty International Airport.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Almaty (ALA) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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