The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati is 15,702 kilometers (9,757 miles / 8,479 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southeast at a heading of 136°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:59 in Cape Town, it's 11:59 in Makin Island. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Makin Island (MTK) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 215° (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 Makin Island Airport (MTK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.