Cheap flights from Cape Town to Auckland from R12 910

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Auckland (average of R1 171). Flying from Cape Town to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 407). 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 airports serve Auckland from Cape Town flights?

  Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the only major airport in the Mother City, so you will be departing from here. Conveniently situated just off the N2 freeway about 20 km east of the Cape Town city centre, the airport is the second-busiest in South Africa, after Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB), and the fourth-busiest in Africa, after JNB, Cairo International and Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa. It handles about 10 million passengers per year (half the number of JNB). The airport can be reached by MyCITIiti BRT bus or by using an e-hailing service, which will take you on the N2 to the airport. Auckland Airport is situated to the south of the city centre, mostly on reclaimed land from Maukau Harbour. The airport has a convenient bus connection to the city.

• Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Auckland?

  Despite their locations across the South Pole from each other, and the significant South African expat population in New Zealand, no airlines offer direct flights from Cape Town to Auckland. However, you can find connecting flights with airlines such as Emirates and Qatar Airways. When organising your Auckland flight deals, the chances are good that you will be routed through a stopover in the Middle East.

• What are the stopover options between Cape Town and Auckland?

  Be prepared for some very long flights, and quite a bit of time in connection airports. Again, despite the fact that Cape Town and Auckland are located just across the South Pole from each other, you will have to first fly north, usually to the Middle East, before you then fly south-east to New Zealand. One such routing is with Qatar Airways, with stops at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg (JNB), Hamad International Airport in Doha (DOH), Brisbane Airport in Brisbane (BNE), and finally Auckland Airport in Auckland (AKL). Another is with Emirates, with stops at Dubai International Airport (DXB), Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), and finally Auckland Airport. In some cases, the flight from Dubai to Auckland is non-stop. This flight is one of the longest in the world, at over 17h. Total travel time between Cape Town and Auckland can be a whopping 70h, so be sure to rest before departure and on your flights, and drink lots of water so that you remain hydrated.

• Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Auckland?

  Unless you have been granted residency in New Zealand while you apply for citizenship, you will need both your passport and a visa to get to Auckland if you’re on an SA passport. Be sure to apply at least six months in advance. Costs for the visa are around R500, but there may be additional charges if you work through a visa service.

• Can I find flights from Cape Town to Auckland for under R21 500 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to Auckland for under R21 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Cathay Pacific for just R21 472, but on average you can expect to pay R24 005.

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

  Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cape Town to Auckland round-trip from R21 472. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R23 193, and Emirates, from R25 839. Users have found that Cathay Pacific is 20% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

• What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Auckland one-way

  To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R12 910 Singapore Airlines flights start at R18 127 while deals on Emirates start at R19 299 one-way.

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Auckland?

  When booking a flight from Cape Town to Auckland, you may want to consider flying on Cathay Pacific, Emirates or Ethiopian Air as they are the most popular for this route.

• What does CPT to AKL mean?

  CPT and AKL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. CPT to AKL refers to a flight route from Cape Town Intl Airport to Auckland Intl Airport.

• Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Auckland?

  Flights departing from Cape Town and landing in Auckland stopover in Dubai most frequently. Cape Town to Auckland flights stop in Doha the next most. Singapore comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Cape Town to Auckland flights.

• What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dubai?

  Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq, and Dubai Creek. Those on a stopover in Dubai interested in visiting Burj Khalifa, Deira Perfume Souq, or Dubai Creek can do so by traveling 11,0 km, 7,0 km, and 3,7 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about R353 per day.

• Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Auckland flights?

  Of the flights from Cape Town to Auckland that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Brisbane. Hong Kong sees the next fewest stopovers on Cape Town to Auckland flights. Melbourne comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Cape Town to Auckland flights.

• Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Auckland that include extra baggage allowance?

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to Auckland flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

• Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to Auckland with specific airlines?

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to Auckland flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Auckland that allow pets onboard?

  Many airlines flying from Cape Town to Auckland offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

• Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to Auckland?

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to Auckland flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

• How recently were the Cape Town to Auckland flight deals updated?

  The Cape Town to Auckland flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/4.