CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,248 km
4,504 miles
RCQ
Reconquista
Argentina
Distance
7,248 km
4,504 mi / 3,914 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
250°
west southwest

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Airport Comparison

CPT RCQ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Reconquista Airport
IATA Code CPT RCQ
ICAO Code FACT SATR
City Cape Town Reconquista
Country South Africa Argentina
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg America/Argentina/Cordoba
Elevation 151 ft 160 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -29.210000, -59.680000

Cape Town (CPT) to Reconquista (RCQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Reconquista Airport (RCQ) in Reconquista, Argentina is 7,248 kilometers (4,504 miles / 3,914 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:54 in Cape Town, it's 14:54 in Reconquista. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Reconquista (RCQ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 117° (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 Reconquista Airport (RCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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