Airport Comparison
| CPT | MBD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Mmabatho International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | MBD |
| ICAO Code | FACT | FAMM |
| City | Cape Town | Mafeking |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 4,181 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -25.800000, 25.550000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Mafeking (MBD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa is 1,127 kilometers (700 miles / 609 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within South Africa. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 16:19 in Cape Town, it's 16:19 in Mafeking.
There is a significant elevation difference of 4,030 feet between the two airports. Mmabatho International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Mafeking (MBD) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 215° (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 Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.