The flight distance from Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) in Boulder City, United States to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 15,808 kilometers (9,823 miles / 8,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 101°.

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 17:18 in Boulder City, it's 03:18 in Cape Town. With a 10-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 2,052 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Boulder City Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Boulder City (BLD) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.