CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
6,686 km
4,155 miles
XLS
Saint Louis
Senegal
Distance
6,686 km
4,155 mi / 3,610 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CPT XLS
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Saint Louis Airport
IATA Code CPT XLS
ICAO Code FACT GOSS
City Cape Town Saint Louis
Country South Africa Senegal
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Dakar
Elevation 151 ft 9 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 16.050000, -16.460000

Cape Town (CPT) to Saint Louis (XLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Saint Louis Airport (XLS) in Saint Louis, Senegal is 6,686 kilometers (4,155 miles / 3,610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:04 in Cape Town, it's 19:04 in Saint Louis.

The return flight from Saint Louis (XLS) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 147° (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 Saint Louis Airport (XLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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