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Flight time from Miami to Cape Town

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

How long is the flight from Miami to Cape Town?

The direct flight from Miami to Cape Town takes about 15h 1m, covering roughly 12,344 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

Flight duration
15h 1m
Distance
12,344 km
Time difference
+7h
Miami
MIA
UTC-5
15h 1m
Cape Town
CPT
UTC+2

If you depart at…

Departure (Miami)Arrival (Cape Town)
6:00 AM4:01 AM (+1 day)
9:00 AM7:01 AM (+1 day)
12:00 PM10:01 AM (+1 day)
3:00 PM1:01 PM (+1 day)
6:00 PM4:01 PM (+1 day)
9:00 PM7:01 PM (+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 Miami to Cape Town?
The direct flight from Miami to Cape Town takes about 15h 1m over a distance of roughly 12,344 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 Miami and Cape Town?
The approximate straight-line distance between Miami and Cape Town is about 12,344 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between Miami and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Miami. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.