CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
4,324 km
2,687 miles
DLA
Douala
Cameroon
Distance
4,324 km
2,687 mi / 2,335 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
346°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT DLA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Douala International Airport
IATA Code CPT DLA
ICAO Code FACT FKKD
City Cape Town Douala
Country South Africa Cameroon
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Douala
Elevation 151 ft 33 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 4.010000, 9.720000

Cape Town (CPT) to Douala (DLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Douala International Airport (DLA) in Douala, Cameroon is 4,324 kilometers (2,687 miles / 2,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.

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 Cameroon. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:59 in Cape Town, it's 01:59 in Douala.

The return flight from Douala (DLA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 168° (south southeast). 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 Douala International Airport (DLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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