Airport Comparison
| CPT | PKF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Park Falls Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | PKF |
| ICAO Code | FACT | KPKF |
| City | Cape Town | Park Falls |
| Country | South Africa | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 1,501 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 45.960000, -90.420000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Park Falls (PKF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Park Falls Municipal Airport (PKF) in Park Falls, United States is 14,024 kilometers (8,714 miles / 7,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 01:04 in Cape Town, it's 17:04 in Park Falls. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,350 feet between the two airports. Park Falls Municipal Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Park Falls (PKF) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). 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 Park Falls Municipal Airport (PKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.