Airport Comparison
| CPT | VIY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Cape Town International Airport | Villacoublay-Velizy (BA 107) Air Base |
| IATA Code | CPT | VIY |
| ICAO Code | FACT | LFPV |
| City | Cape Town | Villacoublay/Velizy |
| Country | South Africa | France |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Europe/Paris |
| Elevation | 151 ft | 584 ft |
| Coordinates | -33.960000, 18.600000 | 48.770000, 2.200000 |
Cape Town (CPT) to Villacoublay/Velizy (VIY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Villacoublay-Velizy (BA 107) Air Base (VIY) in Villacoublay/Velizy, France is 9,342 kilometers (5,805 miles / 5,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 349°.
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 France. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:51 in Cape Town, it's 00:51 in Villacoublay/Velizy.
The return flight from Villacoublay/Velizy (VIY) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 166° (south 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 Villacoublay-Velizy (BA 107) Air Base (VIY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.