Cape Town to Antarctica Flight Duration

Find flight duration times from Cape Town to Antarctica, compare live flight prices and book your tickets.

What is the flight duration from Cape Town to Antarctica?
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Average flight time is 8 hours 28 minutes

The fastest flight time from Cape Town to Antarctica is 8 hours 28 minutes

Cape Town to Antarctica flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 8 hours 28 minutes
Shortest flight duration Not available
Longest flight duration Not available
The average flight time from Cape Town to Antarctica is 8 hours 28 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from Cape Town to Antarctica is 4,319 miles / 6,951 km

Cape Town airports

Cape Town has 1 airport: Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

If you don't fancy flying from Cape Town there are a number of airports nearby that fly to Antarctica: Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).

Antarctica airports We were unable to find any major airports near Antarctica.
We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: and South Africa to Antarctica.

Cape Town & Antarctica local times and timezones

Cape Town
SAST +02:00
NZST +12:00
Antarctica
Cape Town, South Africa is 10 hours behind of Antarctica, Antarctica

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Cape Town to Antarctica FAQs

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Antarctica?

On average, the flight time from Cape Town to Antarctica is 8 hours 28 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from Cape Town to Antarctica could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between Cape Town and Antarctica?

The distance between Cape Town and Antarctica is 4,319 miles or 6,951 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from Cape Town to Antarctica?

The shortest flight time from Cape Town to Antarctica is 8 hours 28 minutes. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from Cape Town to Antarctica?

The average flight time from Cape Town to Antarctica is 8 hours 28 minutes. Nearby airport to consider flying from include: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between Cape Town and Antarctica?

The time zone difference between Cape Town and Antarctica is -10 hours.