CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,298 km
2,050 miles
XMI
Masasi
Tanzania
Distance
3,298 km
2,050 mi / 1,781 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
43°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CPT XMI
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Masasi Airport
IATA Code CPT XMI
ICAO Code FACT HTMI
City Cape Town Masasi
Country South Africa Tanzania
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 151 ft 1,700 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -10.730000, 38.770000

Cape Town (CPT) to Masasi (XMI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Masasi Airport (XMI) in Masasi, Tanzania is 3,298 kilometers (2,050 miles / 1,781 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:26 in Cape Town, it's 00:26 in Masasi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,549 feet between the two airports. Masasi Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Masasi (XMI) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 215° (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 Masasi Airport (XMI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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