The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) in San Miguel de Tucuman, Argentina is 7,842 kilometers (4,873 miles / 4,234 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.

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 01:22 in Cape Town, it's 20:22 in San Miguel de Tucuman. 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 1,342 feet between the two airports. Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from San Miguel de Tucuman (TUC) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 119° (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 Teniente Benjamin Matienzo Airport (TUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.