CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,775 km
4,831 miles
MLA
Luqa
Malta
Distance
7,775 km
4,831 mi / 4,198 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

CPT MLA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Luqa Airport
IATA Code CPT MLA
ICAO Code FACT LMML
City Cape Town Luqa
Country South Africa Malta
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Malta
Elevation 151 ft 300 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 35.860000, 14.480000

Cape Town (CPT) to Luqa (MLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 7,775 kilometers (4,831 miles / 4,198 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:52 in Cape Town, it's 19:52 in Luqa.

The return flight from Luqa (MLA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 176° (south). 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 Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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