The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 9,032 kilometers (5,613 miles / 4,877 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 352°.

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 Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:49 in Cape Town, it's 20:49 in Lausanne.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,890 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Lausanne (QLS) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 170° (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 Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.