CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,891 km
5,525 miles
MHD
Mashhad
Iran
Distance
8,891 km
5,525 mi / 4,801 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1.5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
33°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT MHD
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mashhad International Airport
IATA Code CPT MHD
ICAO Code FACT OIMM
City Cape Town Mashhad
Country South Africa Iran
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Tehran
Elevation 151 ft 3,263 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 36.240000, 59.640000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mashhad (MHD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mashhad International Airport (MHD) in Mashhad, Iran is 8,891 kilometers (5,525 miles / 4,801 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 Iran. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:02 in Cape Town, it's 22:32 in Mashhad.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,112 feet between the two airports. Mashhad International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mashhad (MHD) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 214° (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 Mashhad International Airport (MHD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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