The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Fillmore Municipal Airport (FIL) in Fillmore, United States is 15,647 kilometers (9,723 miles / 8,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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 South Africa with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:11 in Cape Town, it's 00:11 in Fillmore. 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 4,834 feet between the two airports. Fillmore Municipal Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Fillmore (FIL) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 98° (east). 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 Fillmore Municipal Airport (FIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.