The flight distance from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) in Cologne, Germany to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 9,499 kilometers (5,903 miles / 5,129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 170°.

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 Germany 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 12:29 in Cologne, it's 13:29 in Cape Town.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Cologne (CGN) follows a heading of 353° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.