The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Port Allen Airport (PAK) in Hanapepe, United States is 18,663 kilometers (11,596 miles / 10,077 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south at a heading of 188°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:42 in Cape Town, it's 07:42 in Hanapepe. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Hanapepe (PAK) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 173° (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 Port Allen Airport (PAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.