Airport Comparison
| CPT | SPN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | SPN |
| ICAO Code | FACT | PGSN |
| City | Cape Town | Saipan Island |
| Country | South Africa | MP |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Pacific/Saipan |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 214 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 15.120000, 145.730000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Saipan Island (SPN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) in Saipan Island, MP is 14,342 kilometers (8,912 miles / 7,744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 98°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting South Africa with MP. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:11 in Cape Town, it's 21:11 in Saipan Island. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Saipan Island (SPN) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 238° (west 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 Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.