CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
5,415 km
3,365 miles
MFQ
Maradi
Niger
Distance
5,415 km
3,365 mi / 2,924 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
345°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT MFQ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Maradi Airport
IATA Code CPT MFQ
ICAO Code FACT DRRM
City Cape Town Maradi
Country South Africa Niger
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Niamey
Elevation 151 ft 1,240 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 13.500000, 7.130000

Cape Town (CPT) to Maradi (MFQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Maradi Airport (MFQ) in Maradi, Niger is 5,415 kilometers (3,365 miles / 2,924 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Niger. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:28 in Cape Town, it's 04:28 in Maradi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,089 feet between the two airports. Maradi Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Maradi (MFQ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 167° (south 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 Maradi Airport (MFQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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