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Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro Flights

Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO) connect South Africa and Brazil. The great-circle distance is approximately 6,087 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 8 to 9 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and RIO, GIG, SDU. The reverse route is Rio de Janeiro 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
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Distance
6,087 km
Typical duration
about 8 to 9 hours
Origin codes
CPT
Destination codes
RIO, GIG, SDU
Primary keyword
flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro

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Route overview

Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro is a city-pair air route between South Africa and Brazil. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.

Primary search codes are CPT and RIO. Related codes: CPT → RIO, GIG, SDU.

Distance

Approximate flight distance: 6,087 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.

Duration

Typical block time for a direct flight is about 8 to 9 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.

Airports

Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.

Rio de Janeiro airports and metro codes: RIO, GIG, SDU.

Alternative routes

Related searches include the reverse route Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Rio de Janeiro.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Direct flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro typically take about 8 to 9 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.

What is the distance from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro is approximately 6,087 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.

Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Rio de Janeiro is commonly searched with code RIO (related: RIO, GIG, SDU).

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro?

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 Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town?

The reverse city pair is Rio de Janeiro to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (6,087 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.

Which countries does the Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro route connect?

This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with Brazil (Rio de Janeiro).

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