CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
1,904 km
1,183 miles
WKI
Hwange
Zimbabwe
Distance
1,904 km
1,183 mi / 1,028 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
26°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT WKI
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Hwange Airport
IATA Code CPT WKI
ICAO Code FACT FVWT
City Cape Town Hwange
Country South Africa Zimbabwe
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Harare
Elevation 151 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -18.360000, 26.520000

Cape Town (CPT) to Hwange (WKI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Hwange Airport (WKI) in Hwange, Zimbabwe is 1,904 kilometers (1,183 miles / 1,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with Zimbabwe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:28 in Cape Town, it's 09:28 in Hwange.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,349 feet between the two airports. Hwange Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Hwange (WKI) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 203° (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 Hwange Airport (WKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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