CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
6,386 km
3,968 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
6,386 km
3,968 mi / 3,448 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
42°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT SCT
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code CPT SCT
ICAO Code FACT OYSQ
City Cape Town Socotra Islands
Country South Africa Yemen
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Aden
Elevation 151 ft 146 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 12.630000, 53.910000

Cape Town (CPT) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 6,386 kilometers (3,968 miles / 3,448 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 Yemen. 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 00:42 in Cape Town, it's 01:42 in Socotra Islands.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 215° (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 Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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