CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
9,002 km
5,593 miles
IGT
Magas
Russia
Distance
9,002 km
5,593 mi / 4,861 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
19°
north northeast

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CPT IGT
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Magas Airport
IATA Code CPT IGT
ICAO Code FACT URMS
City Cape Town Magas
Country South Africa Russia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Moscow
Elevation 151 ft 1,165 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 43.320000, 45.010000

Cape Town (CPT) to Magas (IGT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Magas Airport (IGT) in Magas, Russia is 9,002 kilometers (5,593 miles / 4,861 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:43 in Cape Town, it's 17:43 in Magas.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,014 feet between the two airports. Magas Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Magas (IGT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 202° (south 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 Magas Airport (IGT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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