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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Cape Town from C$ 1,035

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CPT
22 Mar — 29 Mar1
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 20 February 2026.

Sat 25/411:15 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
3 stops53h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/52:25 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
3 stops40h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2C$ 1,281
Tue 28/411:15 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
3 stops53h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/57:20 a.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops47h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2C$ 1,283
Thu 19/210:30 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/22:25 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
3 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2C$ 1,335
Tue 28/43:35 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
2 stops40h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 5/58:00 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops30h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/2C$ 1,359
Thu 19/210:30 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
3 stops53h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/211:35 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops55h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2C$ 1,388
Wed 22/411:00 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
1 stop33h 50m
Delta
Wed 6/511:15 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops56h 36m
Delta
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,416
Mon 2/1110:30 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
2 stops37h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/112:25 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
3 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2C$ 1,429
Wed 15/41:10 p.m.
YVR
-
CPT
2 stops32h 55m
Delta
Fri 24/411:45 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops32h 16m
Delta
Deal found 18/2C$ 1,483
Fri 27/27:25 a.m.
YVR
-
CPT
2 stops36h 45m
Delta
Wed 1/48:25 p.m.
CPT
-
YVR
2 stops47h 25m
Delta
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,484

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 20 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,281

One-way from

C$ 1,064

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July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,566
25/4-10/5
  • 25/4-10/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 93h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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WestJet
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  • 1/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 54h 20m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 408 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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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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Vancouver

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Tue 28/4

11:15 p.m.-1:35 p.m.

3 stops53h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

7:20 a.m.-9:40 p.m.

2 stops47h 20m

C$ 1,283

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Tue 28/4

1:55 p.m.-5:10 p.m.

2 stops42h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

8:00 p.m.-6:56 p.m.

2 stops31h 56m

C$ 1,359

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Mon 20/4

5:15 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

2 stops55h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/5

7:50 p.m.-6:47 a.m.

2 stops43h 57m

C$ 1,539

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Tue 26/5

4:40 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop43h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

10:25 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop25h 20m

C$ 1,687

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sat 4/4

3:44 p.m.-5:50 p.m.

2 stops65h 06m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

7:40 a.m.-11:01 p.m.

2 stops48h 21m

C$ 1,732

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Thu 2/4

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

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

11:15 p.m.-11:01 p.m.

2 stops32h 46m

C$ 1,743

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sat 4/4

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

1 stop27h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

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

2 stops28h 25m

C$ 1,743

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sun 5/4

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

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

11:15 p.m.-11:01 p.m.

2 stops32h 46m

C$ 1,752

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Mon 6/4

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

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

11:15 p.m.-9:10 p.m.

2 stops30h 55m

C$ 1,752

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Wed 22/4

10:25 a.m.-7:25 a.m.

2 stops36h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/5

3:20 p.m.-2:20 p.m.

2 stops32h 00m

C$ 1,773

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to Cape Town

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 18 February 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$ 1,065). Flying from Vancouver to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,785). 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 20 February 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
8,215 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
8,215 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7.7
Good
1,458 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,215 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
9,325 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,789 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
7,755 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,215 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 6 different airlines.

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

    United Airlines and SWISS can get you from Vancouver to Cape Town in just under 42h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h. The distance between Vancouver and Cape Town is about 16454 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    United Airlines, at C$ 1,113, 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$ 1,065). Flying from Vancouver to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,785). 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 6 airlines flying from Vancouver to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 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 20 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,113AverageC$ 1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,168AverageC$ 1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,299AverageC$ 1,616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,381AverageC$ 1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,410AverageC$ 1,964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,602AverageC$ 2,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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