Cape Town to Lisbon Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Lisbon (LIS) connect South Africa and Portugal. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,579 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 to 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and LIS. The reverse route is Lisbon to Cape Town. 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
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Distance
- 8,579 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 to 12 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- LIS
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Lisbon
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Route overview
Cape Town to Lisbon is a city-pair air route between South Africa and Portugal. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and LIS. Related codes: CPT → LIS.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,579 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 to 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Lisbon airports and metro codes: LIS.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Lisbon to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Lisbon.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Lisbon?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Lisbon typically take about 11 to 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Lisbon?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Lisbon is approximately 8,579 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Lisbon?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Lisbon is commonly searched with code LIS (related: LIS).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Lisbon?
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 Lisbon to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Lisbon to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,579 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Lisbon route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with Portugal (Lisbon).