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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town from C$ 990

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CPT
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or February, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,125

One-way from

C$ 990

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 2,198
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 25/10-20/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 90h 59m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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12/9
  • 12/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 35m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (C$ 283 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 44 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 July 2025.

Sun 2/119:25 p.m.YVR - CPT
1 stop24h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 18/116:45 p.m.CPT - YVR
1 stop34h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,111
Sat 25/101:28 p.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops57h 32mAmerican Airlines
Thu 20/1110:00 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops33h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,125
Wed 5/118:00 a.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops25h 15mDelta
Tue 25/119:30 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops34h 53mDelta
Deal found 29/7C$ 1,375
Mon 8/93:15 p.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/96:55 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 1,381

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Vancouver Intl

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sat 25/10

1:28 p.m.-8:00 a.m.

2 stops57h 32m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 20/11

10:00 p.m.-9:27 p.m.

2 stops33h 27m

C$ 1,125

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sat 25/10

10:25 p.m.-5:20 p.m.

2 stops33h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/11

6:45 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop34h 30m

C$ 1,174

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Mon 8/9

3:15 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 25/9

6:55 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

2 stops32h 45m

C$ 1,381

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/9

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

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/9

8:05 p.m.-11:58 p.m.

2 stops36h 53m

C$ 1,391

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/10

5:50 p.m.-5:55 a.m.

1 stop27h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 23/11

8:50 a.m.-11:20 a.m.

1 stop36h 30m

C$ 1,428

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Wed 22/10

7:20 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

2 stops35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

8:50 p.m.-6:44 p.m.

2 stops31h 54m

C$ 1,476

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Fri 12/9

9:30 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

3 stops41h 35m

C$ 990

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Fri 22/8

10:30 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

2 stops39h 20m

C$ 1,344

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Tue 16/9

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

1 stop42h 35m

C$ 1,413

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Fri 1/8

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

2 stops32h 00m

C$ 1,434

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,057). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,606). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YVR to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 70% of one-stop itineraries from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 1,595.

What’s the fastest layover option from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 8h 41m.

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 29 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,Delta, andKLM from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
948 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl 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 Intl?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Vancouver Intl. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day from 8 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15.6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

    American Airlines, at C$ 1,125, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Delta. American Airlines is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 1,344. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town for a low price.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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 Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,057). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,606). 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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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 29 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 936AverageC$ 2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,040AverageC$ 1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,086AverageC$ 1,480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,184AverageC$ 1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,288AverageC$ 1,773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,472AverageC$ 2,005FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestC$ 1,502AverageC$ 1,984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,523AverageC$ 1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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