The flight distance from Desierto de Atacama Airport (CPO) in Copiapo, Chile to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa is 8,306 kilometers (5,161 miles / 4,485 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Chile with South Africa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:28 in Copiapo, it's 12:28 in Cape Town. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Cape Town (CPT) to Copiapo (CPO) follows a heading of 247° (west 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 Desierto de Atacama Airport (CPO) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.