Airport Comparison
| CPT | UNI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Union Island International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPT | UNI |
| ICAO Code | FACT | TVSU |
| City | Cape Town | Union Island |
| Country | South Africa | Saint Vincent |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | America/St_Vincent |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 16 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 12.600000, -61.410000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Union Island (UNI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Union Island International Airport (UNI) in Union Island, Saint Vincent is 9,889 kilometers (6,145 miles / 5,340 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.
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 Saint Vincent. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 22:20 in Cape Town, it's 16:20 in Union Island. With a 6-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 Union Island (UNI) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 125° (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 Union Island International Airport (UNI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.