The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Khost Airport (KHT) in Khost, Afghanistan is 9,203 kilometers (5,719 miles / 4,969 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 04:34 in Cape Town, it's 07:04 in Khost.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,605 feet between the two airports. Khost Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Khost (KHT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 221° (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 Khost Airport (KHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.