The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Kyzyl Airport (KYZ) in Kyzyl, Russia is 12,029 kilometers (7,475 miles / 6,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 07:52 in Cape Town, it's 12:52 in Kyzyl. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,972 feet between the two airports. Kyzyl Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Kyzyl (KYZ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 238° (west 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 Kyzyl Airport (KYZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.