Airport Comparison
| CPT | SJP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | SJP |
| ICAO Code | FACT | SBSR |
| City | Cape Town | Sao Jose Do Rio Preto |
| Country | South Africa | Brazil |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 1,784 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | -20.820000, -49.410000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Sao Jose Do Rio Preto (SJP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) in Sao Jose Do Rio Preto, Brazil is 6,753 kilometers (4,196 miles / 3,647 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 263°.
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 Brazil. 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 13:57 in Cape Town, it's 08:57 in Sao Jose Do Rio Preto. 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. Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.
The return flight from Sao Jose Do Rio Preto (SJP) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 118° (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 Sao Jose do Rio Preto Airport (SJP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.