CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,055 km
5,005 miles
GOY
Amparai
Sri Lanka
Distance
8,055 km
5,005 mi / 4,349 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
68°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT GOY
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Amparai Airport
IATA Code CPT GOY
ICAO Code FACT VCCG
City Cape Town Amparai
Country South Africa Sri Lanka
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Colombo
Elevation 151 ft 150 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 7.340000, 81.630000

Cape Town (CPT) to Amparai (GOY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Amparai Airport (GOY) in Amparai, Sri Lanka is 8,055 kilometers (5,005 miles / 4,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 Sri Lanka. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:57 in Cape Town, it's 12:27 in Amparai. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Amparai (GOY) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 231° (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 Amparai Airport (GOY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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