CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
5,985 km
3,719 miles
RLT
Arlit
Niger
Distance
5,985 km
3,719 mi / 3,232 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
347°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT RLT
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Arlit Airport
IATA Code CPT RLT
ICAO Code FACT DRZL
City Cape Town Arlit
Country South Africa Niger
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Niamey
Elevation 151 ft 1,443 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 18.790000, 7.370000

Cape Town (CPT) to Arlit (RLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger is 5,985 kilometers (3,719 miles / 3,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.

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 Niger. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:36 in Cape Town, it's 03:36 in Arlit.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,292 feet between the two airports. Arlit Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Arlit (RLT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 168° (south 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 Arlit Airport (RLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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