CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,591 km
5,338 miles
NAJ
Nakhchivan
Azerbaijan
Distance
8,591 km
5,338 mi / 4,639 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
21°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT NAJ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Nakhchivan Airport
IATA Code CPT NAJ
ICAO Code FACT UBBN
City Cape Town Nakhchivan
Country South Africa Azerbaijan
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Baku
Elevation 151 ft 2,863 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 39.190000, 45.460000

Cape Town (CPT) to Nakhchivan (NAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Nakhchivan Airport (NAJ) in Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan is 8,591 kilometers (5,338 miles / 4,639 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.

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 Azerbaijan. 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 04:12 in Cape Town, it's 06:12 in Nakhchivan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,712 feet between the two airports. Nakhchivan Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Nakhchivan (NAJ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 203° (south 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 Nakhchivan Airport (NAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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