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 Washington take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 12,764 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 Washington

12,764

Kilometres (km)

7,931

Miles (mi)

6,892

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Cape Town to Washington is approximately 12,764 km. The typical flight time is 15h 30m.

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 Washington

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)38 km
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI)73 km
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR)88 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Cape Town to Washington is approximately 12,764 km (7,931 miles).