CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,774 km
2,345 miles
NOS
Nosy Be
Madagascar
Distance
3,774 km
2,345 mi / 2,038 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
60°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT NOS
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Fascene Airport
IATA Code CPT NOS
ICAO Code FACT FMNN
City Cape Town Nosy Be
Country South Africa Madagascar
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 151 ft 36 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -13.310000, 48.310000

Cape Town (CPT) to Nosy Be (NOS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Fascene Airport (NOS) in Nosy Be, Madagascar is 3,774 kilometers (2,345 miles / 2,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Madagascar. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:26 in Cape Town, it's 18:26 in Nosy Be.

The return flight from Nosy Be (NOS) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 227° (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 Fascene Airport (NOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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