Airport Comparison
| BTJ | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | BTJ | CPT |
| ICAO Code | WITT | FACT |
| City | Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island | Cape Town |
| Country | Indonesia | South Africa |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 5.520000, 95.420000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island (BTJ) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ) in Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 9,148 kilometers (5,684 miles / 4,940 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southwest at a heading of 235°.
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 Indonesia with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:42 in Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island, it's 06:42 in Cape Town. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Banda Aceh-Sumatra Island (BTJ) follows a heading of 78° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Sultan Iskandarmuda Airport (BTJ) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.