Airport Comparison
| BSF | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bradshaw Army Airfield | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | BSF | CPT |
| ICAO Code | PHSF | FACT |
| City | Camp Pohakuloa | Cape Town |
| Country | United States | South Africa |
| Timezone | Pacific/Honolulu | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 6,190 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.760000, -155.550000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Camp Pohakuloa (BSF) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bradshaw Army Airfield (BSF) in Camp Pohakuloa, United States to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 18,334 kilometers (11,392 miles / 9,899 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.
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 13:11 in Camp Pohakuloa, it's 01:11 in Cape Town. With a 12-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 6,039 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Bradshaw Army Airfield. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Camp Pohakuloa (BSF) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bradshaw Army Airfield (BSF) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.