Buenos Aires to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Buenos Aires (BUE) to Cape Town (CPT) connect Argentina and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 6,886 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 9 to 10 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include BUE, EZE, AEP and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Buenos Aires. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 6,886 km
- Typical duration
- about 9 to 10 hours
- Origin codes
- BUE, EZE, AEP
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town
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Route overview
Buenos Aires to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between Argentina and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are BUE and CPT. Related codes: BUE, EZE, AEP → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 6,886 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 9 to 10 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Buenos Aires airports and metro codes: BUE, EZE, AEP.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Buenos Aires, other destinations from Buenos Aires, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Buenos Aires to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town typically take about 9 to 10 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Buenos Aires to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Buenos Aires and Cape Town is approximately 6,886 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town?
Buenos Aires is commonly searched with code BUE (related: BUE, EZE, AEP). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Buenos Aires?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Buenos Aires. Distance is the same great-circle measure (6,886 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Buenos Aires to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects Argentina (Buenos Aires) with South Africa (Cape Town).
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