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