Airport Comparison
| CJS | CPT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Abraham Gonzalez International Airport | Cape Town International Airport |
| IATA Code | CJS | CPT |
| ICAO Code | MMCS | FACT |
| City | Ciudad Juarez | Cape Town |
| Country | Mexico | South Africa |
| Timezone | America/Mazatlan | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 3,904 ft | 151 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.640000, -106.430000 | -33.960000, 18.600000 |
Ciudad Juarez (CJS) to Cape Town (CPT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Abraham Gonzalez International Airport (CJS) in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 14,933 kilometers (9,279 miles / 8,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.
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 Mexico 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 13:35 in Ciudad Juarez, it's 22:35 in Cape Town. With a 9-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 3,753 feet between the two airports. Cape Town International Airport sits lower than Abraham Gonzalez International Airport.
The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Ciudad Juarez (CJS) follows a heading of 283° (west 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 Abraham Gonzalez International Airport (CJS) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.