CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
5,016 km
3,117 miles
MXJ
Minna
Nigeria
Distance
5,016 km
3,117 mi / 2,708 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
343°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT MXJ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Minna Airport
IATA Code CPT MXJ
ICAO Code FACT DNMN
City Cape Town Minna
Country South Africa Nigeria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lagos
Elevation 151 ft 834 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 9.650000, 6.460000

Cape Town (CPT) to Minna (MXJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Minna Airport (MXJ) in Minna, Nigeria is 5,016 kilometers (3,117 miles / 2,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 Nigeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:54 in Cape Town, it's 21:54 in Minna.

The return flight from Minna (MXJ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 166° (south 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 Minna Airport (MXJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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