CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,667 km
1,657 miles
MFU
Mfuwe
Zambia
Distance
2,667 km
1,657 mi / 1,440 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
34°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT MFU
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mfuwe Airport
IATA Code CPT MFU
ICAO Code FACT FLMF
City Cape Town Mfuwe
Country South Africa Zambia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 151 ft 1,853 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -13.260000, 31.940000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mfuwe (MFU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mfuwe Airport (MFU) in Mfuwe, Zambia is 2,667 kilometers (1,657 miles / 1,440 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 34°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:35 in Cape Town, it's 14:35 in Mfuwe.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,702 feet between the two airports. Mfuwe Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mfuwe (MFU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 208° (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 Mfuwe Airport (MFU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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