The flight distance from Bristol International Airport (BRS) in Bristol, United Kingdom to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 9,716 kilometers (6,037 miles / 5,246 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.

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 20:17 in Bristol, it's 22:17 in Cape Town.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Bristol (BRS) follows a heading of 347° (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 Bristol International Airport (BRS) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.