How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Vancouver take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 16,465 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Cape Town to Vancouver

16,465

Kilometres (km)

10,231

Miles (mi)

8,890

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Cape Town to Vancouver is approximately 16,465 km. The typical flight time is 19h 52m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Vancouver

Vancouver Harbour Airport (CXH)12 km
Nanaimo Airport (YCD)52 km
Orcas Island Airport (ESD)58 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Cape Town to Vancouver is approximately 16,465 km (10,231 miles).