The flight distance from Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) in Chiang Rai, Thailand to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 10,469 kilometers (6,505 miles / 5,653 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, 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 Thailand 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 01:57 in Chiang Rai, it's 20:57 in Cape Town. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,129 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Chiang Rai International Airport.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Chiang Rai (CEI) follows a heading of 69° (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 Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.