Airport Comparison
| CPT | MLM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | MLM |
| ICAO Code | FACT | MMMM |
| City | Cape Town | Morelia |
| Country | South Africa | Mexico |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 6,033 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 19.850000, -101.030000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Morelia (MLM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) in Morelia, Mexico is 13,913 kilometers (8,645 miles / 7,513 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 272°.
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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:40 in Cape Town, it's 18:40 in Morelia. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,882 feet between the two airports. General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Morelia (MLM) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 118° (east 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 General Francisco J. Mujica International Airport (MLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.