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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Cape Town from C$ 1,024

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CPT
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 March 2026.

Thu 24/910:25 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
3 stops54h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/102:20 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops39h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,325
Tue 22/911:15 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
3 stops53h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/107:20 a.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops47h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3C$ 1,410
Sun 12/45:50 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Delta
Tue 28/48:05 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops26h 35m
Delta
Deal found 30/3C$ 1,580
Thu 16/41:10 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
1 stop23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/511:45 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
1 stop44h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3C$ 1,631
Sun 19/47:30 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
2 stops37h 20m
Delta
Sun 26/411:45 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops43h 42m
Delta
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,819
Mon 27/45:50 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
1 stop27h 00m
Delta
Mon 4/57:40 a.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops59h 47m
Delta
Deal found 29/3C$ 1,839
Sat 9/55:50 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Delta
Sat 23/511:15 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops52h 36m
Delta
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,869
Sun 19/48:10 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
1 stop29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/48:00 a.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops39h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,889
Sun 10/55:50 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
1 stop42h 35m
Delta
Wed 13/511:15 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops68h 15m
Delta
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,900
Sat 9/512:00 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
2 stops48h 25m
Delta
Mon 25/57:40 a.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops59h 50m
Delta
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,903

Find flight deals from Vancouver to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 31 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,325

One-way from

C$ 1,024

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July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,798
24/9-10/10
  • 24/9-10/10
  • 5 total stops
  • 93h 55m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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4/5
  • 4/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 10m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 59 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sun 12/4

5:50 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/4

8:05 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

2 stops26h 35m

C$ 1,580

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sun 19/4

7:30 p.m.-5:50 p.m.

2 stops37h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/4

11:45 p.m.-10:27 a.m.

2 stops43h 42m

C$ 1,819

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Mon 27/4

5:50 p.m.-5:50 a.m.

1 stop27h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

7:40 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

2 stops59h 47m

C$ 1,839

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/5

5:50 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

11:15 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

2 stops68h 15m

C$ 1,900

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sat 25/4

6:35 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

2 stops26h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 2/5

11:15 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops52h 25m

C$ 2,147

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sat 18/4

7:30 p.m.-5:50 p.m.

2 stops61h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 22/4

11:15 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops52h 25m

C$ 2,226

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Wed 13/5

6:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops44h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

1:00 p.m.-8:53 p.m.

2 stops40h 53m

C$ 2,310

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Wed 8/4

7:25 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops29h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

7:40 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop41h 15m

C$ 2,388

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/5

8:20 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops42h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

1:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

2 stops38h 15m

C$ 2,470
Cheapest one-way

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Mon 11/5

6:00 a.m.-10:10 p.m.

3 stops55h 10m

C$ 1,116

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 33 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,081). Flying from Vancouver to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,815). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 31 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Vancouver to Cape Town, such as Delta,KLM, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,363 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,363 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,363 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,480 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,363 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,527 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,363 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,880 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,363 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,839 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,363 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Vancouver?

    Located just 15.6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Vancouver. Booking flights from Vancouver to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Vancouver from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    Delta can get you from Vancouver to Cape Town in just under 42h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Vancouver and Cape Town is about 16454 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver to Cape Town round-trip?

    United Airlines, at C$ 1,132, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Delta. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,081). Flying from Vancouver to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,815). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Vancouver to Cape Town

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 31 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,132AverageC$ 1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,182AverageC$ 1,823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,322AverageC$ 1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,434AverageC$ 2,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,998AverageC$ 2,350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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