Distance from Bangkok to Cape Town
The straight-line distance from Bangkok, Thailand to Cape Town, South Africa is 10,145 km (6,304 miles).Cape Town is SW of Bangkok.
Distance (km)
10,145
straight line
Distance (miles)
6,304
straight line
Flight Time
13 hr 12 min
estimated direct
Direction
SW
235° bearing
Transport Comparison: Bangkok to Cape Town
| Mode | Estimated Time | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 13 hr 12 min | 10,145 km | Direct flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed |
All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.
Bangkok to Cape Town: Key Details
| From | Bangkok, Thailand |
| To | Cape Town, South Africa |
| Straight-line Distance | 10,145 km (6,304 miles) |
| Bearing | 235° (SW) |
| Coordinates (Bangkok) | 13.7563°, 100.5018° |
| Coordinates (Cape Town) | -33.9249°, 18.4241° |
Country Profiles
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Bangkok from Cape Town?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Bangkok to Cape Town is 10,145 km (6,304 miles). Cape Town is SW of Bangkok.
How long is the flight from Bangkok to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Bangkok to Cape Town takes approximately 13 hr 12 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.
What direction is Cape Town from Bangkok?
Cape Town is SW (235 degrees) from Bangkok.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Bangkok?
The distance from Cape Town to Bangkok is the same: 10,145 km (6,304 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.
Other Distance Calculations
Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.
Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.