CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
8,218 km
5,107 miles
OSB
Mosul
Iraq
Distance
8,218 km
5,107 mi / 4,438 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
20°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT OSB
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mosul International Airport
IATA Code CPT OSB
ICAO Code FACT ORBM
City Cape Town Mosul
Country South Africa Iraq
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Baghdad
Elevation 151 ft 719 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 36.310000, 43.150000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mosul (OSB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mosul International Airport (OSB) in Mosul, Iraq is 8,218 kilometers (5,107 miles / 4,438 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 Iraq. 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 05:47 in Cape Town, it's 06:47 in Mosul.

The return flight from Mosul (OSB) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 201° (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 Mosul International Airport (OSB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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