Airport Comparison
| CPT | JPA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Presidente Castro Pinto Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | JPA |
| ICAO Code | FACT | SBJP |
| City | Cape Town | Joao Pessoa |
| Country | South Africa | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Fortaleza |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 217 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -7.150000, -34.950000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Joao Pessoa (JPA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) in Joao Pessoa, Brazil is 6,232 kilometers (3,873 miles / 3,365 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.
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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:13 in Cape Town, it's 22:13 in Joao Pessoa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Joao Pessoa (JPA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 126° (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 Presidente Castro Pinto Airport (JPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.