Airport Comparison
| BOC | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bocas Del Toro International Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | BOC | CPT |
| ICAO Code | MPBO | FACT |
| City | Isla Colon | Cape Town |
| Country | Panama | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Panama | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.340000, -82.250000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Isla Colon (BOC) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bocas Del Toro International Airport (BOC) in Isla Colon, Panama to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 11,583 kilometers (7,197 miles / 6,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 04:24 in Isla Colon, it's 11:24 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 Isla Colon (BOC) follows a heading of 272° (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 Bocas Del Toro International Airport (BOC) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.