Airport Comparison
| CPT | MLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | MLG |
| ICAO Code | FACT | WARA |
| City | Cape Town | Malang-Java Island |
| Country | South Africa | Indonesia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 1,726 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -7.930000, 112.720000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Malang-Java Island (MLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) in Malang-Java Island, Indonesia is 9,893 kilometers (6,147 miles / 5,342 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 99°.
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 Indonesia. 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 12:02 in Cape Town, it's 17:02 in Malang-Java Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,575 feet between the two airports. Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Malang-Java Island (MLG) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 236° (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 Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (MLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.