The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Dr. Antonio Nicolas Briceno Airport (VLV) in Valera, Venezuela is 10,511 kilometers (6,531 miles / 5,676 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:19 in Cape Town, it's 01:19 in Valera. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,909 feet between the two airports. Dr. Antonio Nicolas Briceno Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Valera (VLV) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 124° (east 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 Dr. Antonio Nicolas Briceno Airport (VLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.