The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Matei Airport (TVU) in Matei, Fiji is 14,052 kilometers (8,732 miles / 7,588 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southeast at a heading of 158°.

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 Fiji. 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 18:25 in Cape Town, it's 04:25 in Matei. With a 10-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 Matei (TVU) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 199° (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 Matei Airport (TVU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.