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How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

JNBJohannesburg
CPTCape Town
Flight Time
1 h 55 min
Distance
1,273km

791 miles

Departure
22:23
Arrival
00:18
From

JNBJohannesburg

O. R. Tambo International Airport

Departure 22:23 · Africa/Johannesburg

To

CPTCape Town

Cape Town International Airport

Arrival 00:18 · Africa/Johannesburg

Route Details

The flight from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town covers a distance of approximately 1,273 kilometers (791 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 1 h 55 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg
Arrival Time Zone
Africa/Johannesburg

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town takes around 1 h 55 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

The distance from Johannesburg to Cape Town is about 1,273 kilometers (791 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 1 h 55 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Cape Town to Johannesburg.