The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Van Don International Airport (VDO) in Vân Đồn, Vietnam is 11,194 kilometers (6,956 miles / 6,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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 Vietnam. 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 13:01 in Cape Town, it's 18:01 in Vân Đồn. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Vân Đồn (VDO) 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 Van Don International Airport (VDO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.