Airport Comparison
| BLB | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLB | CPT |
| ICAO Code | MPPA | FACT |
| City | Panama City | Cape Town |
| Country | Panama | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Panama | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 52 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 8.910000, -79.600000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Panama City (BLB) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) in Panama City, Panama to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 11,312 kilometers (7,029 miles / 6,108 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.
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 Panama 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 07:41 in Panama City, it's 14:41 in Cape Town. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Panama City (BLB) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Howard/Panama Pacifico International Airport (BLB) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.