CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
7,310 km
4,542 miles
VDA
Eilat
Israel
Distance
7,310 km
4,542 mi / 3,947 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
16°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT VDA
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Ovda International Airport
IATA Code CPT VDA
ICAO Code FACT LLOV
City Cape Town Eilat
Country South Africa Israel
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Jerusalem
Elevation 151 ft 1,492 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 29.940000, 34.940000

Cape Town (CPT) to Eilat (VDA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Ovda International Airport (VDA) in Eilat, Israel is 7,310 kilometers (4,542 miles / 3,947 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.

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 Israel. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:43 in Cape Town, it's 23:43 in Eilat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,341 feet between the two airports. Ovda International Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Eilat (VDA) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 195° (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 Ovda International Airport (VDA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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