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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Richards Bay

CPT — RCB
Apr 3 — Apr 101
1 adult
Wed 3/4
Wed 10/4
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Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Richards Bay

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Richards Bay (RCB). 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 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R6 444

Round-trip from

R2 422
High demand for flights, 29% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Cape Town Intl to Richards Bay

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

Flights from Cape Town to Richards Bay are generally found to be more expensive on Saturday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Richards Bay.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

Find a great deal and save up to 137% by booking at least 59 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Cape Town to Richards Bay within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R6 027.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Richards Bay from Cape Town. Users have commonly found prices around R7 193 for the month, but tickets can be as low as R5 591. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Richards Bay (CPT - RCB)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Richards Bay in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Richards Bay?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Richards Bay. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Richards Bay flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Richards Bay by month

Plan your trip from Cape Town to Richards Bay by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay is currently R0 while a return flight costs R0. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay (average of R128). Flying from Cape Town to Richards Bay in August is currently the most expensive (average of R285). 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.

January

R2 426

February

R2 673

March

R2 710

April

R3 639

May

R3 620

June

R3 677

July

R4 966

August

R5 402

September

R4 871

October

R4 909

November

R4 151

December

R2 729

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  • What does CPT to RCB mean?

    CPT and RCB 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 RCB refers to a flight route from Cape Town Intl Airport to Richards Bay Airport.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring 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 Richards Bay with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter 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 Richards Bay that include hotel bookings?

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to see available direct flights.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do 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.

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Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Richards Bay that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.