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Flights to Cape Town - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town is Friday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R23 587. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Wednesday, where round-trip prices are R28 931 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to Cape Town is February, where tickets cost R21 470 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is R31 563 and R27 185 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of R21 470.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Cape Town depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost R28 121 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Cape Town is generally in the evening, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R32 567.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price, you should book around 9 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

July

High season

December

Cheapest flight

R11 083
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (43% more expensive on average)
Flight from Melbourne to Cape Town

FAQs - booking Cape Town flights

  • How do I get a taxi from Cape Town Airport into Cape Town?

    Once you’ve collected your luggage, head outside of the terminal building on the arrivals level (Ground Level); here, you will find the taxi stand. Touch Down Taxis is the airport’s authorised taxi provider. A fare into Cape Town should cost somewhere around R 300 to R 400 (approximately A$ 28 to A$ 38). However, if you pre-book your ride, you can often get a cheaper price of around R 260 to R 310 (approximately A$ 24 to A$ 30).

  • Where should I wait if I’m getting picked up from Cape Town Airport?

    Cape Town Airport has a dedicated parking area for passenger pick-up and drop-off. Parkade P1 is close to the terminal building, and the first 20min are free. The area is clearly signposted throughout the airport precinct, so your ride can simply follow the signs to find the car park. Once you’ve cleared customs and collected your bags, head outside the terminal building and you should see Parkade P1 to your right. If your ride is parked for 21-40min, the cost will be around R 22 (approximately A$ 2). For 41-60min, the cost is around R 53 (approximately A$ 5) and for longer stays, the cost is around R 60 (approximately A$ 5.60) per hour or part thereof.

  • What public transport options can bring me to Cape Town centre?

    For a convenient ride into the city, travellers can benefit from the MyCiti Bus Services that departs every 20min from the airport. The drive takes about 30min and travellers can buy their myconnect cards at the ticket kiosk at the Central Terminal building. Alternatively, you can inquire about shuttle buses at the Information Desk in the arrivals area.

  • Does Cape Town Airport have anything in store for children?

    Travelling with children can take its toll on families, but kids can stretch their legs after a long flight to Cape Town at one of the children’s play areas at Cape Town Airport. The easiest way to find them is by enquiring at the Information Desk in the Arrivals Area.

  • Does the Cape Town International Airport feature an onsite hotel?

    If you need a quick rest after a long flight or want to stay close to the airport, you can opt for the Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport. The hotel is situated on the airport grounds, so travellers are as close as it gets.

  • What is the best route to take when driving into Cape Town from the airport?

    With Cape Town only a 20min drive away, driving into the city yourself is a quick and convenient choice. The best route to take is via the N2 that passes the Table Mountain National Park. The exit to get to Cape Town from the N2 is Strand Street.

  • Where can I find the rental car centre at Cape Town Airport?

    A range of car hire agencies are situated onsite the airport grounds, including Avis, Woodford, and Hertz. All companies have their location in front of the Transport Plaza and Central Terminal building, a quick walk from the Arrivals Area. Pedestrian subways guide travellers to the rental centre.

  • How far is Cape Town Intl Airport from central Cape Town?

    There are 16 km between Cape Town city centre and Cape Town Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Cape Town’s airport?

    Cape Town is served by Cape Town Intl Airport, also commonly referred to as Cape Town or Cape Town Intl. The airport code is CPT.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Cape Town are there each week?

    Each week there are around 697 direct flights from within Australia to Cape Town. The most common day for departures is Thursday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Cape Town

  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from Australia is February.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Cape Town flight deals.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) has a single terminal building divided into three concourses. The international concourse and domestic concourse are connected via the central terminal.
  • If you need a quiet moment of devotion after arriving in Cape Town, you will find a prayer room and mosque beside the airport’s police station.
  • Cape Town Airport is equipped to welcome passengers with special needs. The entire airport precinct is wheelchair accessible, with lifts, ramps, modified bathrooms and more. If you require special assistance, be sure to inform your airline at least 48h before you’re due to fly to Cape Town.
  • Various airlines flying to Cape Town start from different Australian cities, including Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide. However, if you want to fly with only one stop on the way, consider Qatar Airways or Emirates airlines for a more direct route.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) not only puts you within a convenient driving distance from the South African capital, it's also only 40min by car from the university town of Stellenbosch. Additionally, the airport is also situated only 25min drive from the Wolfgat Nature Reserve and False Bay in the south.
  • When you arrive in Cape Town hungry and in need of good fix, head to the third floor where one of the largest Spur restaurants of the African Continent is located. The South African steakhouse overlooks the airside of the terminal, allowing you to watch planes take off and land while eating.
  • If you need additional information on bus departures, sleeping options, or anything else, head to the Information Desk that is located in Domestic Arrivals on the ground floor of the airport. Although many shops and the security check-in close in the evening, the information desk is available 24/7.
  • There are ample parking spaces available at the airport, both long- and short-term. Fares are approximately 150 Rand (A$ 15) per 24h. Valet parking services are also offered for your convenience.
  • Regardless of which terminal you arrive at, your baby can be taken care of. Baby-changing facilities are located in almost every women’s washroom of the Domestic and International Terminal.
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Prefer to fly direct to Cape Town Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Australia to Cape Town Intl

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +45 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +46 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +44 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +45 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, Air France, +49 more

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, +50 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +43 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +44 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, Air France, +46 more

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, +47 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +46 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +47 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, Air France, +48 more

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, +49 more

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Australia

Monday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +45 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +46 more

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +44 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +45 more

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, Air France, +49 more

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, +50 more

Thursday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +43 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +44 more

Friday

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, Air France, +46 more

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, +47 more

Saturday

Aegean Airlines, Air France, Air India, +46 more

Aegean Airlines, Air France, +47 more

Sunday

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, Air France, +48 more

Aegean Airlines, Air Botswana, +49 more

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Top airlines flying from Australia to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Australia to Cape Town. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3408 reviews
8,2Entertainment
7,9Food
8,1Boarding
8,0Comfort
8,3Crew
Airline reviews

everything was great. I don't use on-board entertainment at all (I just read or sleep), but I appreciate that I couldn't hear anyone else's!

10,0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2024PNH - SIN
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everything was great. I don't use on-board entertainment at all (I just read or sleep), but I appreciate that I couldn't hear anyone else's!

We had to deboard using stairs. Why didnt you have the aero-bridge?

Business class on this plane was adequate, service, amenities, swag, and crew was amazing!

Not too happy with ground staff at Dubai airport. We had asked for wheel chair, and we were told to walk a long distance, poorly organised. And then at boarding to Mumbai flight wecwere treated rudely by the local Emirates staff forced to check in our cabin bags, we told them we were transiting.

Seats are not as easy to move as you would hope in premium econo Y

On the DXB to IAD flight, missed the snack between the meals again...

When you buy emirates you don’t expect low cost. Boarding by bus. Seat will not incline. Line before emergency exit. Eating tray hits belly (and I didn’t grow lately). Entertainment on demand by payment.

Better entertainment; the lack of it made the very long flight even longer

Most aspects of the flight were great! The entertainment was mediocre, though, which made such a long flight less enjoyable.

It was economy plus. That is all. I literally felt like traveling in economy class with a little extra leg room. Poor food. V restricted options. Worst of all POOR CREW ATTITUDE.

It was an average flight. I would have expected more from this airline. Food, seats, service, etc was just average. I just give them some extra points for offering free WiFi on board with just a Krisflyer account.

Check in was easy through self-check-in kiosks just like domestic flights. Staff onboard were fantastic. Some "book the cook" good options weren't great, others really good. Entertainment options a bit limited to what I've experienced on Qantas. Overall a good flight though, especially for the price.

Crews were very caring and polite. Washroom was surprisingly clean. Overall experience was good , only food choices was very limited. Thanks

Timing very good from sfo to Singapore and service was awesome and economy class seats are great overall very good experience thanks

Flight was delayed by baggage loading onto the plane. This was attributed to "inclement weather" (some moderate rain) which could be said to be beyond the airline's control, but the problematic part was that the plane was boarded and doors shut so that passengers sat in a cramped plane with rising temperature (full flight) for an hour. The airline was aware of the status of baggage loading, they could have deferred boarding to keep passengers comfortable.

The seats were more narrow than at other lines. Food was mediocre (economy class)

The crew have great customer service but their economy seating isn’t the most comfortable for a 220lbs+ guy and the food wasn’t bad, but wasn’t exceptional, either.

They made 22 hours aboard aircraft very enjoyable. I was very impressed with the attention to detail and level of service. Singapore airline will be my preferred choice going forward.

The crew and their service was top notch, but the plane itself seemed to be on the older side and worn out. Also, the food could’ve been better. 9 out of 10.

Service excellent would chose Singapore airlines as my first choice

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Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Cape Town found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/3Wed
2 stopsSingapore Airlines
32h 55mPER-CPT
4/4Fri
2 stopsSingapore Airlines
31h 15mCPT-PER
R16 285
1/3Sat
2 stopsSingapore Airlines
21h 55mPER-CPT
12/3Wed
2 stopsSingapore Airlines
31h 15mCPT-PER
R16 304
26/1Sun
1 stopQantas Airways
22h 20mSYD-CPT
9/2Sun
1 stopQantas Airways
22h 25mCPT-SYD
R21 012
2/2Sun
2 stopsQantas Airways
37h 30mPER-CPT
7/2Fri
2 stopsQantas Airways
31h 35mCPT-PER
R21 286
2/3Sun
1 stop
21h 55mPER-CPT
15/4Tue
2 stops
27h 55mCPT-PER
R22 294
2/2Sun
2 stops
42h 25mADL-CPT
9/2Sun
2 stops
28h 00mCPT-ADL
R22 459
19/1Sun
1 stopSouth African
26h 15mPER-CPT
3/2Mon
1 stopSouth African
34h 40mCPT-PER
R22 587
13/4Sun
1 stopEmirates
46h 20mMEL-CPT
30/4Wed
1 stopEmirates
24h 45mCPT-MEL
R22 862
13/4Sun
1 stopEmirates
27h 35mMEL-CPT
30/4Wed
1 stopEmirates
38h 20mCPT-MEL
R22 935
2/2Sun
1 stopSouth African
24h 00mPER-CPT
7/2Fri
1 stopSouth African
33h 50mCPT-PER
R23 100

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Cape Town found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
14/2Fri
3 stops
32h 45mMEL-CPT
R11 083
7/2Fri
2 stopsSingapore Airlines
26h 15mSYD-CPT
R12 164
7/5Wed
2 stopsSingapore Airlines
30h 25mSYD-CPT
R12 255
20/3Thu
1 stopQantas Airways
22h 20mSYD-CPT
R13 611
22/1Wed
1 stopQantas Airways
22h 20mSYD-CPT
R14 160
8/2Sat
1 stopVirgin Australia
28h 45mSYD-CPT
R14 490
23/2Sun
1 stopVirgin Australia
26h 20mMEL-CPT
R15 241
22/1Wed
2 stopsSouth African
28h 35mSYD-CPT
R15 369
22/2Sat
2 stopsEmirates
46h 20mMEL-CPT
R18 960
18/4Fri
1 stopEmirates
46h 55mBNE-CPT
R19 748

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Last minute flights to Cape Town

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Cape Town that are departing in the next 10 days.
20/12Fri
multi-stop
35h 05mSYD-CPT
27/12Fri
multi-stop
22h 35mCPT-SYD
R37 627
22/12Sun
multi-stop
19h 10mSYD-CPT
24/12Tue
multi-stop
33h 15mCPT-SYD
R39 037
24/12Tue
multi-stopEmirates
46h 45mBNE-CPT
31/12Tue
multi-stopEmirates
31h 55mCPT-BNE
R44 789
24/12Tue
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
23h 15mBNE-CPT
31/12Tue
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
36h 35mCPT-BNE
R46 768
24/12Tue
multi-stopEmirates
46h 45mBNE-CPT
31/12Tue
multi-stopEmirates
25h 00mCPT-BNE
R47 208
23/12Mon
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
38h 15mPER-CPT
4/1Sat
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
19h 55mCPT-PER
R50 596
22/12Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
62h 35mPER-CPT
1/1Wed
multi-stopKenya Airways
36h 40mCPT-PER
R52 025
22/12Sun
multi-stopSouth African
15h 55mPER-CPT
7/1Tue
multi-stopSouth African
20h 10mCPT-PER
R55 616
22/12Sun
multi-stopSouth African
15h 55mPER-CPT
7/1Tue
multi-stopSouth African
20h 10mCPT-PER
R55 689
22/12Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
62h 35mPER-CPT
1/1Wed
multi-stopKenya Airways
36h 40mCPT-PER
R63 896

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