Airport Comparison
| CPT | PHW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Hendrik Van Eck Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | PHW |
| ICAO Code | FACT | FAPH |
| City | Cape Town | Phalaborwa |
| Country | South Africa | South Africa |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 1,432 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -23.940000, 31.160000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Phalaborwa (PHW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) in Phalaborwa, South Africa is 1,651 kilometers (1,026 miles / 892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.
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 a domestic route within South Africa. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 00:44 in Cape Town, it's 00:44 in Phalaborwa.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,281 feet between the two airports. Hendrik Van Eck Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Phalaborwa (PHW) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 225° (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 Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.