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