The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base (MZM) in Metz/Frescaty, France is 9,315 kilometers (5,788 miles / 5,030 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 352°.

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 France. 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 09:19 in Cape Town, it's 08:19 in Metz/Frescaty.

The return flight from Metz/Frescaty (MZM) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 170° (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 Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base (MZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.