CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
2,548 km
1,583 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
2,548 km
1,583 mi / 1,376 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
20°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT SLI
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code CPT SLI
ICAO Code FACT FLSW
City Cape Town Solwesi
Country South Africa Zambia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 151 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Cape Town (CPT) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 2,548 kilometers (1,583 miles / 1,376 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Zambia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:15 in Cape Town, it's 04:15 in Solwesi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,400 feet between the two airports. Solwesi Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 197° (south 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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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