The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Inca Manco Capac International Airport (JUL) in Juliaca, Peru is 8,943 kilometers (5,557 miles / 4,829 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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 Peru. 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 00:30 in Cape Town, it's 17:30 in Juliaca. With a 7-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 12,401 feet between the two airports. Inca Manco Capac International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Juliaca (JUL) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 123° (east 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 Inca Manco Capac International Airport (JUL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.