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R1 129+ Cheap flights from Cape Town

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CPT — JNB
May 15 — May 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Find flights departing from Cape Town that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 15 April 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches

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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 26/9

5:55-8:15

Nonstop2h 20m

R2 765

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/8

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 16/8

16:45-19:00

Nonstop2h 15m

R2 781

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 23/7

6:05-8:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

12:20-14:35

Nonstop2h 15m

R2 830

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Tue 29/9

6:20-8:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Tue 6/10

16:45-19:00

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 387

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

7:20-9:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 11/5

12:05-14:25

Nonstop2h 20m

R3 665

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/7

7:00-9:05

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

7:30-9:45

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 681

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/5

15:20-17:25

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

7:30-9:45

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 697

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

9:00-11:05

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 27/5

17:40-19:55

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 697

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - JNB

CPTJNB

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

6:05-8:10

Nonstop2h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 17/5

20:35-22:50

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 746

Cape TownJohannesburg

CPT - HLA

CPTHLA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/7

15:00-17:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Johannesburg Lanseria

Wed 15/7

11:30-13:45

Nonstop2h 15m

R3 861

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Cape Town travel tips

Get helpful tips and advice for traveling to or from Cape Town. Find recommendations for transportation, accommodations, local attractions, dining options, and other practical tips to enhance your travel experience. Please note that the travel tips are based on general knowledge and recommendations. Data last updated 15 April 2026.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the biggest airport in the Western Province of South Africa and also serves as the primary airport for smaller surrounding cities, including Paarl, Stellenbosch and Worcester.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is situated at a distance of approximately 20km to the southeast of the city centre of Cape Town, making it a convenient gateway for travellers arriving in or departing from the beautiful coastal metropolis of Cape Town, South Africa.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) boasts a variety of dining options, ranging from fast-food outlets like KFC and Steers to sit-down restaurants such as Mugg & Bean, offering a diverse selection of cuisine to cater to the tastes of travellers.

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from 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 Cape Town?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town (average of R1 031). Flying from Cape Town in March will prove the most costly (average of R1 571). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2026.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Cape Town would be wise to consider leaving during Thursday evenings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Sunday afternoons when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Cape Town?

When flying from Cape Town check dates and pricing for the following: FlySafair, South African, Airlink, Cemair, FlexFlight. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

FlySafair
FlySafair
From R807
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R7 878
Emirates
Emirates
From R6 437
Airlink
Airlink
From R755

What are popular destinations to fly to from Cape Town?

From Cape Town you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Johannesburg (587 flights per day), London (129 flights per day) and Addis Ababa (83 flights per day).

Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From R831
Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R813
Doha Hamad Intl
Doha Hamad Intl
From R5 327
Dubai Intl
Dubai Intl
From R6 072

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Cape Town?

The cheapest city to fly to from Cape Town is Port Elizabeth, with prices starting at R623. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth
From R623
East London
East London
From R662
George
George
From R802
Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From R813

Airline reviews for flights from Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from 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 airline for your flight from Cape Town. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African from Cape Town. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
127 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
85 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

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KLM flights from Cape Town to Amsterdam
TAAG flights from Cape Town to Lisbon
Airlink flights from Cape Town to Harare
Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar
FlySafair flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein
Airlink flights from Cape Town to Kimberley
Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Phuket City
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Airlink flights from Cape Town to Nelspruit
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Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town to Jeddah
South African flights from Cape Town to Port Louis
Emirates flights from Cape Town to Istanbul

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Cape Town. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 15 April 2026.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Cape Town?

    The most selected flight destinations from Cape Town for the current month are Durban, Amsterdam, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. While Durban, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Denpasar are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Cape Town for as low as R623 to Port Elizabeth (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R14 528 to fly from Cape Town.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, Airlink, FlySafair, and South African have been found to have the cheapest prices from Cape Town. Here are some options available: Airlink flights from Cape Town to Kasane (R755). FlySafair flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein Intl (R807). South African flights from Cape Town to Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (R813).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Cape Town?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Cape Town are below:
    Cape Town Intl to Gaborone from R5 274
    Cape Town Intl to Durban from R11 537
    Cape Town Intl to Hoedspruit from R14 865
    Cape Town Intl to Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Airport from R15 401

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Cape Town?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Cape Town to anywhere, put Luanda on your list as prices start at R41 268 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town?

    June is currently the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town. At this moment in time March is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Cape Town?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Cape Town to embark to:
    Travel from Cape Town to Durban from R2 127 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Johannesburg from R2 225 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Harare from R7 411 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to London from R10 438 round trip
    Travel from Cape Town to Amsterdam from R11 468 round trip

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  • Are there any kid's play areas at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town International Airport (CPT) offers a dedicated children's play area in the Domestic Departures Terminal, providing a safe and entertaining space for young travellers to burn off energy and have fun before their flights. The play area features various age-appropriate activities, ensuring a pleasant experience for families passing through the airport.

  • Which airport lounges are available at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town International Airport (CPT) offers several airport lounges, including the Bidvest Premier Lounge, British Airways Lounge, and SLOW Lounge, providing passengers with a range of options to relax while waiting for their flights.

  • What is the best way to get to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) from the city centre?

    The most convenient way to travel from Cape Town city centre to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is by taking a taxi or using ride-sharing services like Uber. The journey typically takes around 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Alternatively, the MyCiTi Airport Shuttle bus service is an economical option, with scheduled departures from various city locations.

  • Does Cape Town International Airport (CPT) have WiFi available?

    Yes, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) offers free WiFi services to passengers. Travellers can access the airport's WiFi network after a simple registration process, which allows them to stay connected while waiting for their flights.

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