Cape Town to Vancouver Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Vancouver (YVR) connect South Africa and Canada. The great-circle distance is approximately 16,465 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 21 to 22 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and YVR. The reverse route is Vancouver 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
- Vancouver, Canada
- Distance
- 16,465 km
- Typical duration
- about 21 to 22 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- YVR
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Vancouver
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Route overview
Cape Town to Vancouver is a city-pair air route between South Africa and Canada. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and YVR. Related codes: CPT → YVR.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 16,465 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 21 to 22 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Vancouver airports and metro codes: YVR.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Vancouver to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Vancouver.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Vancouver?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Vancouver typically take about 21 to 22 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Vancouver?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Vancouver is approximately 16,465 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Vancouver?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Vancouver is commonly searched with code YVR (related: YVR).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Vancouver?
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 Vancouver to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Vancouver to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (16,465 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Vancouver route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with Canada (Vancouver).
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- Vancouver to Cape Town
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- Cape Town airport (CPT)
- Vancouver airport (YVR)