Cheap flights to Cape Town
Flights to Cape Town in 2022
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
| Popular in | June | High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise |
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| Cheapest in | January | Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop |
| Average price | C$ 1,888 | Average for round-trip flights in December 2022 |
| Round-trip from | C$ 1,270 | From Toronto to Cape Town Intl |
| One-way from | C$ 928 | One-way flight from Toronto to Cape Town Intl (CPT) |
Cheap flights to Cape Town in December, January 2022
The best prices found for CPT flights for December, January
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Cape Town 2022 flight deals
Cheap flights to Cape Town found for this year
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Last minute flights to Cape Town
Late deals on round-trip flights to Cape Town, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Cape Town
The cheapest one-way flights to Cape Town
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?
The cheapest ticket to Cape Town found for each month in 2022 based on historical flight searches by Cheapflights users.
January
C$ 1,444
February
C$ 1,367
March
C$ 1,469
April
C$ 1,452
May
C$ 1,422
June
C$ 1,760
July
C$ 2,008
August
C$ 1,727
September
C$ 1,564
October
C$ 1,552
November
C$ 1,578
December
C$ 1,822
February is currently the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town. At this moment in time July is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.
When is the best time to fly to Cape Town?
Average Cape Town flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2022 and 2023 by month
YTO - CPT Price | C$ 1,368 - C$ 2,498 |
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CPT Temperature | 12 - 21 °C |
CPT Rainfall | 20 - 100 mm |
When is the best time to book a flight to Cape Town?
Booking 17 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Cape Town?
The cheapest day to fly to Cape Town is usually Tuesday. At the moment, Friday is the most expensive.
What time of day is cheapest to fly to Cape Town?
Flights in the evening are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Cape Town. Flights at noon are usually the most expensive.
Cape Town may the oldest city in South Africa, but its beauty reigns on. Travellers book flights to Cape Town for a trendy South African experience and wind up captivated by the majestic landscape of beaches, mountains and miles of coastline. Cape Town is famed as one of the best destinations in South Africa.
There’s as much culture in Cape Town as there is throughout South Africa, but unlike the rest of the country, this city is laid-back and relaxed. Many Cape Town flights are filled with travellers heading to one of the city’s charming vineyards. Award-winning wine and South African architecture grace the vineyards, making them a must-see tourist spot for anyone aboard flights to Cape Town. After a relaxing day at the vineyards, a drive into Cape Town’s bustling city provides tourists with a glimpse of South African nightlife at its best. The city centre features retail stores, vendors and street markets selling everything from African souvenirs to clothes and accessories. Or, find cheap flights to Cape Town and spend your days lazy on the beach.
Keep your trip to Cape Town flexible. Regardless of what you choose to see and do, you’ll likely board your Cape Town flight wishing for more time to explore this South African city.
Book a flight to Cape Town, and return with a new sense of wonder.
Cape Town climate
Sandwiched between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, Cape Town catches sea breezes from both sides making flights to Cape Town ideal for those looking to vacation in a moderate climate. Its peninsular location leaves it experiencing mild-mannered winters and comfortable summers with temperatures spiking no higher than 26 degrees Celsius.
When is the best time to fly to Cape Town?
Whether you’re hiking to the top of Table Mountain or heading downtown for a Ladysmith Black Mambazo show, there’s no wrong time to book your flight to Cape Town.
Peak Season:
Flights to Cape Town are packed between the months of November and February, when it’s summer in South Africa and tourists are flocking to the tip of the continent to enjoy the hottest spots in the sun-soaked Southern Hemisphere.
Off-Peak Season:
The best time to grab a cheap flight to Cape Town is during the transitional seasons of autumn and spring. Because of the mild variation in seasons, Cape Town in the fall or spring experiences balmy weather and wind-free days. Several concerts and festivals are scheduled to draw visitors to Cape Town throughout the year.
Getting around Cape Town
The best way to get downtown after your Cape Town flight is by hopping aboard a taxi or bus at the airport. In the city’s centre, the cheapest option to get around is Cape Town’s public bus system. Save some money by buying your tickets ahead of time and in bulk – books of 10 tickets are sold. But be careful if you’re on a tight schedule. Posted drop-off and pick-up times are just estimates, and you don’t want to get stranded. If you’d rather take a taxi, you’ll be spending more money, but saving time. If you feel like doing the research, the tourism centre offers shuttle buses to popular tourist attractions like the Table Mountain Cableway.
What is good to know if travelling to Cape Town?
- Visitors hailing from every corner of the globe are booking cheap flights to Cape Town to visit Table Mountain, one of South Africa’s most majestic attractions. Hiking enthusiasts of all expertise levels can enjoy a lengthy climb up the slopes, though the weather at Table Mountain has been known to be somewhat mercurial and challenging to those seeking breathtaking views at the top.
- Greenmarket Square is a favourite locale for people watching and shopping in Cape Town. Once the site of slave markets, Greenmarket Square is now home to the best flea markets in the city. Shopaholics – be ready to splurge! Fabrics, jewellery and other handmade wares are available in the marketplace. Several quaint cafes have sprung up around the square, so if your wallet is weary have a seat and watch the flurry of flea market activity for an afternoon.
- Looking for a place that will wow the kids? Head straight to the South African Museum and Planetarium. The museum hosts numerous exhibits showcasing tribal art, including a rock art display on extricated cave walls. The planetarium next door to the museum has a full schedule of shows offering incredible insight into the southern constellations of the South African skies.
- If a spot of fresh air sounds tempting, head for the sea after your Cape Town flight and get out of the city for a thought-provoking day trip. Robben Island, just 11 kilometres from Cape Town and smack in the middle of Table Bay, is a solemn reminder of the sacrifices South African freedom fighters made to end Apartheid. The island served as a prison for everyone from political prisoners to lepers, the most famous of the incarcerated being Nelson Mandela. Tours of the island are conducted by former prisoners, and the museum at Robben Island pays tribute to the will power of those who endured for liberation.
Cape Town airport overview
Africa’s third-busiest airport, and the winner of the 2009 Skytrax award for Best Airport in Africa, Cape Town International (CPT) is a sleek, light and spacious transport hub – and a suitably lovely introduction for foreign visitors to the Cape of Good Hope.
Recently upgraded for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Cape Town International is a truly world-class airport, and a prime tourism gateway. Flights to Cape Town International are operated by a huge array of airlines, bringing eager visitors from all over the world to the city’s sunny shores.
Boasting an impressive array of facilities and amenities, just as you’ll have no shortage of things to do in South Africa’s Mother City – with hiking trails up iconic Table Mountain, long stretches of beautiful beaches, trips out to historic Robben Island, and serious partying in Long Street all in the offing – rest assured that your time spent in transit in Cape Town International will be very painless indeed.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town?
Travellers will need to book flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they wish to fly to Cape Town. The Cape Town airport is 15.6 km from the city centre.
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