CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,306 km
4,540 miles
ROY
Rio Mayo
Argentina
Distance
7,306 km
4,540 mi / 3,945 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
230°
southwest

Airport Comparison

CPT ROY
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Rio Mayo Airport
IATA Code CPT ROY
ICAO Code FACT SAWM
City Cape Town Rio Mayo
Country South Africa Argentina
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg America/Argentina/Catamarca
Elevation 151 ft 1,784 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -45.700000, -70.250000

Cape Town (CPT) to Rio Mayo (ROY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) in Rio Mayo, Argentina is 7,306 kilometers (4,540 miles / 3,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southwest at a heading of 230°.

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 22:17 in Cape Town, it's 17:17 in Rio Mayo. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,633 feet between the two airports. Rio Mayo Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Rio Mayo (ROY) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 115° (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 Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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