The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) in Debre Tabor, Ethiopia is 5,504 kilometers (3,420 miles / 2,972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.

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 South Africa with Ethiopia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:26 in Cape Town, it's 18:26 in Debre Tabor.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,339 feet between the two airports. Debre Tabor Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Debre Tabor (DBT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 201° (south 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 Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Debre Tabor Airport (DBT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.