CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
6,829 km
4,243 miles
VVZ
Illizi
Algeria
Distance
6,829 km
4,243 mi / 3,687 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
350°
north

Airport Comparison

CPT VVZ
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Illizi Takhamalt Airport
IATA Code CPT VVZ
ICAO Code FACT DAAP
City Cape Town Illizi
Country South Africa Algeria
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Algiers
Elevation 151 ft 1,778 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 26.720000, 8.620000

Cape Town (CPT) to Illizi (VVZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Illizi Takhamalt Airport (VVZ) in Illizi, Algeria is 6,829 kilometers (4,243 miles / 3,687 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 350°.

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 Algeria. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:59 in Cape Town, it's 08:59 in Illizi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,627 feet between the two airports. Illizi Takhamalt Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Illizi (VVZ) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 171° (south). 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 Illizi Takhamalt Airport (VVZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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