Toronto to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Cape Town (CPT) connect Canada and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 13,137 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 17 to 18 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include YYZ, YTZ and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Toronto. 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
- Toronto, Canada
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 13,137 km
- Typical duration
- about 17 to 18 hours
- Origin codes
- YYZ, YTZ
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Toronto to Cape Town
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Route overview
Toronto to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between Canada and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are YYZ and CPT. Related codes: YYZ, YTZ → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 13,137 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 17 to 18 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Toronto airports and metro codes: YYZ, YTZ.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Toronto, other destinations from Toronto, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Toronto to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Toronto to Cape Town typically take about 17 to 18 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Toronto to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Toronto and Cape Town is approximately 13,137 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Toronto to Cape Town?
Toronto is commonly searched with code YYZ (related: YYZ, YTZ). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Toronto 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 Toronto?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Toronto. Distance is the same great-circle measure (13,137 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Toronto to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects Canada (Toronto) with South Africa (Cape Town).