The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Rawalakot Airport (RAZ) in Rawalakot, Pakistan is 9,485 kilometers (5,894 miles / 5,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 Pakistan. 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 08:37 in Cape Town, it's 11:37 in Rawalakot. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,328 feet between the two airports. Rawalakot Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rawalakot (RAZ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 223° (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 Rawalakot Airport (RAZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.