The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) in Machala, Ecuador is 10,591 kilometers (6,581 miles / 5,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 262°.

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 Ecuador. 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 04:52 in Cape Town, it's 21:52 in Machala. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Machala (MCH) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 125° (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 General Manuel Serrano Airport (MCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.