The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 9,095 kilometers (5,651 miles / 4,911 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:33 in Cape Town, it's 18:33 in Christmas Island. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 237° (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 Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.