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Flight time from Jeddah to Cape Town

Estimated duration, distance and time difference for the JED → CPT route.

How long is the flight from Jeddah to Cape Town?

The direct flight from Jeddah to Cape Town takes about 8h 13m, covering roughly 6,560 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

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Flight duration
8h 13m
Distance
6,560 km
Time difference
-1h
Jeddah
JED
UTC+3
8h 13m
Cape Town
CPT
UTC+2

If you depart at…

Departure (Jeddah)Arrival (Cape Town)
6:00 AM1:13 PM
9:00 AM4:13 PM
12:00 PM7:13 PM
3:00 PM10:13 PM
6:00 PM1:13 AM (+1 day)
9:00 PM4:13 AM (+1 day)

Note

The estimated duration is a mathematical calculation for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed of 850 km/h and is outside our control. Actual flight time varies with the airline, the routing, weather and the jet stream. Check with the airline for the exact duration.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Jeddah to Cape Town?
The direct flight from Jeddah to Cape Town takes about 8h 13m over a distance of roughly 6,560 km. This is an estimate for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
What is the distance between Jeddah and Cape Town?
The approximate straight-line distance between Jeddah and Cape Town is about 6,560 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between Jeddah and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 1 hour behind Jeddah. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.