Airport Comparison
| CPT | MCV | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | McArthur River Mine Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | MCV |
| ICAO Code | FACT | YMHU |
| City | Cape Town | McArthur River Mine |
| Country | South Africa | Australia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Australia/Darwin |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 131 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -16.440000, 136.080000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to McArthur River Mine (MCV) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) in McArthur River Mine, Australia is 11,349 kilometers (7,052 miles / 6,128 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.
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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:08 in Cape Town, it's 23:38 in McArthur River Mine. With a 7.5-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 McArthur River Mine (MCV) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 229° (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 McArthur River Mine Airport (MCV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.