CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,919 km
2,435 miles
MBQ
Mbarara
Uganda
Distance
3,919 km
2,435 mi / 2,116 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
21°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT MBQ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mbarara Airport
IATA Code CPT MBQ
ICAO Code FACT HUMA
City Cape Town Mbarara
Country South Africa Uganda
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Kampala
Elevation 151 ft 4,600 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -0.560000, 30.600000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mbarara (MBQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mbarara Airport (MBQ) in Mbarara, Uganda is 3,919 kilometers (2,435 miles / 2,116 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Uganda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:37 in Cape Town, it's 05:37 in Mbarara.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,449 feet between the two airports. Mbarara Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mbarara (MBQ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 197° (south 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 Mbarara Airport (MBQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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