Airport Comparison
| BPF | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Batuna Aerodrome | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | BPF | CPT |
| ICAO Code | AGBT | FACT |
| City | Batuna Mission Station | Cape Town |
| Country | Solomon Islands | South Africa |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 24 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.560000, 158.120000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Batuna Mission Station (BPF) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Batuna Aerodrome (BPF) in Batuna Mission Station, Solomon Islands to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 13,647 kilometers (8,480 miles / 7,369 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.
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 Solomon Islands with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:40 in Batuna Mission Station, it's 00:40 in Cape Town. With a 9-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 Batuna Mission Station (BPF) follows a heading of 130° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Batuna Aerodrome (BPF) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.