Airport Comparison
| CPT | LDX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | LDX |
| ICAO Code | FACT | SOOM |
| City | Cape Town | Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni |
| Country | South Africa | GF |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Cayenne |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 16 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 5.480000, -54.030000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni (LDX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (LDX) in Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, GF is 8,769 kilometers (5,449 miles / 4,735 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.
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 GF. 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 12:09 in Cape Town, it's 07:09 in Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni (LDX) 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 Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (LDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.