Distance from London to City of Cape Town
The distance between London, United Kingdom and City of Cape Town, South Africa is 9,671 km (6,009 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 12089 km (7512 miles) by car — around 151 h 7 min of driving.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Straight-line distance | 9,671 km / 6,009 mi |
| Road distance (estimate) | ≈ 12089 km / 7512 mi |
| Driving time (estimate) | ≈ 151 h 7 min |
| Flight time (estimate) | ≈ 11 h 53 min |
Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.
| Place | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| London, United Kingdom | 51.50740836 | -0.127698693 |
| City of Cape Town, South Africa | -33.9271093 | 18.4200603 |
Frequently asked questions
How far is City of Cape Town from London?
The straight-line (air) distance from London, United Kingdom to City of Cape Town, South Africa is 9,671 km (6,009 miles). By road it is roughly 12089 km (7512 miles), depending on the route.
How long does it take to drive from London to City of Cape Town?
Approximately 151 h 7 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 12089 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.
How long is the flight from London to City of Cape Town?
A direct flight covers 9,671 km in about 11 h 53 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.
How do I calculate distances for a whole list of locations?
Upload a CSV or Excel spreadsheet to the batch distance calculator — it computes the distance for every origin–destination row at once. The first records are free to try.
Related distances
Distance from City of Cape Town to London (reverse route)
GPS coordinates of London GPS coordinates of City of Cape Town