CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,907 km
1,806 miles
FTU
Tolanaro
Madagascar
Distance
2,907 km
1,806 mi / 1,570 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
78°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT FTU
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Tolanaro Airport
IATA Code CPT FTU
ICAO Code FACT FMSD
City Cape Town Tolanaro
Country South Africa Madagascar
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 151 ft 29 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -25.040000, 46.960000

Cape Town (CPT) to Tolanaro (FTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Tolanaro Airport (FTU) in Tolanaro, Madagascar is 2,907 kilometers (1,806 miles / 1,570 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:32 in Cape Town, it's 22:32 in Tolanaro.

The return flight from Tolanaro (FTU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 243° (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 Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Tolanaro Airport (FTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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