The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to San Rafael Airport (LOB) in Los Andes, Chile is 7,987 kilometers (4,963 miles / 4,313 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 242°.

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 Chile. 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 08:20 in Cape Town, it's 02:20 in Los Andes. With a 6-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 2,310 feet between the two airports. San Rafael Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Los Andes (LOB) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 119° (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 San Rafael Airport (LOB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.