CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,849 km
4,877 miles
ESU
Essaouira
Morocco
Distance
7,849 km
4,877 mi / 4,238 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT ESU
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mogador Airport
IATA Code CPT ESU
ICAO Code FACT GMMI
City Cape Town Essaouira
Country South Africa Morocco
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Casablanca
Elevation 151 ft 384 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 31.400000, -9.680000

Cape Town (CPT) to Essaouira (ESU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mogador Airport (ESU) in Essaouira, Morocco is 7,849 kilometers (4,877 miles / 4,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:18 in Cape Town, it's 06:18 in Essaouira.

The return flight from Essaouira (ESU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 155° (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 Mogador Airport (ESU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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