The flight distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) in Belfast, United Kingdom to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 10,136 kilometers (6,298 miles / 5,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:55 in Belfast, it's 19:55 in Cape Town.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Belfast (BFS) follows a heading of 346° (north 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 Belfast International Airport (BFS) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.