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R1 092+ Cheap flights to Cape Town

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— CPT
Oct 27 — Nov 31
1 adult

Flights to Cape Town in 2024

Find the latest flights to Cape Town in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 600 404 searches and data was last updated on 22 October 2024.

Return from

R2 060

One-way from

R1 092

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R2 448
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 29/1-1/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 24/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in October 2024

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Cheapest flights to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 October 2024.

Sun 29/1211:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Thu 2/118:20CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 21/10R2 095
Sun 10/115:55HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Sun 17/116:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 21/10R2 113
Tue 17/1216:40JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mSouth African
Wed 1/16:40CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mSouth African
Deal found 20/10R2 307
Sat 26/1020:20JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/1116:40CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R2 359
Wed 30/106:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mLift
Thu 7/116:30CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mLift
Deal found 21/10R2 676
Wed 4/1217:40JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mAirlink
Fri 6/126:50CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 05mAirlink
Deal found 21/10R3 310
Sat 26/1020:40HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 29/107:10CPT - HLA
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/10R3 346
Tue 5/119:30JNB - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Mon 11/1119:15CPT - JNB
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 21/10R3 874
Sat 23/1120:40HLA - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mHahn Air Systems
Sun 24/116:05CPT - HLA
Nonstop2h 05mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 21/10R3 927

Find flights to Cape Town within your budget

Locate flights to Cape Town that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 600 404 searches and data was last updated on 22 October 2024.

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R2 060 - R7 254

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Johannesburg OR TamboCape Town Intl

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/1

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 1/2

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 060

Johannesburg OR TamboCape Town Intl

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/12

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/1

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 095

Johannesburg LanseriaCape Town Intl

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 3/11

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/11

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 113

Johannesburg OR TamboCape Town Intl

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/1

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

Nonstop2h 05m

R2 254

Johannesburg OR TamboCape Town Intl

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/12

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/1

Nonstop2h 00m

R2 307

Johannesburg OR TamboCape Town Intl

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/11

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/11

Nonstop2h 00m

R3 064

Johannesburg OR TamboCape Town Intl

JNB - CPT

JNBCPT

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/11

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/11

Nonstop2h 00m

R3 874

Johannesburg LanseriaCape Town Intl

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sat 23/11

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/11

Nonstop2h 05m

R3 927

Johannesburg LanseriaCape Town Intl

HLA - CPT

HLACPT

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 17/11

1 stop8h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/11

1 stop4h 25m

R7 254

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Travel insights for flights to Cape Town

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 18 October 2024.

Some great bargains can be found on cheap flights to Cape Town if you do your admin during the months of June and July. When booking you flight tickets during the winter months of June through August and even in the month of November, you may be able to land a great deal. One of the best ways of ensuring you have a shot of scoring a bargain on flights to Cape Town is by being flexible with your travel dates. Keep in mind that if you’re aiming at visiting Cape Town during January, you’ll have to book your flight tickets as far along in advance as possible just to avoid the risk of overpaying for late bookings.

How long is the flight to Cape Town?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town takes 2 hours 12 minutes. Flights to Cape Town from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 20 October 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Cape Town should consider flying on Saturday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Cape Town

The most flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town are scheduled on a Wednesday (88 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (64 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cape Town?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town are Cemair, South African and Hahn Air.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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 22 October 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair, South African and Cemair to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,5
Very Good
73 reviews

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,5
Very Good
73 reviews
8,5
Very Good
73 reviews

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,2
Very Good
108 reviews
8,5
Very Good
73 reviews

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

7,8
Good
108 reviews
8,5
Very Good
73 reviews

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,9

Entertainment

6,5

Overall

8,5

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

Dominated by the majestic backdrop of the iconic Table Mountain (pretty much from every angle of the city), Cape Town is one of South Africa’s most visited and most captivating destinations. The city offers visitors the opportunity of submerging themselves in a beautiful mash of cultures, and with the laid-back vibe in the air, you might find that getting around to seeing all the “must see sights” here, is something that happens at a slow and steady pace. With a sense of magic extending well beyond the city limits, Cape Town might be the one place you’ll end up never wanting to leave!

  • When is the best time to fly to Cape Town ?

    Peak season: Since Cape Town enjoys year-round mild temperatures, you might be able to find a great deal on flights to Cape Town with a bit of planning and some flexibility. Flights to and from Cape Town are generally at their most expensive from November through January since this is the city’s peak tourism season. Over Easter, which falls in April, you may be able to find a cheap flight to Cape Town, but only if you’re booking your tickets as far along in advance as possible. If you’re keen on joining the crowds and don’t mind paying a little more for flights and accommodation, January can be the perfect time to visit Cape Town since you’ll have the opportunity of partying up a storm at the Second New Year Parade, a colorful and truly authentic local festival. Another reason why you might want to consider flying to Cape Town in January is to witness the action that takes place each year at the Kenilworth Racecourse which showcases equestrian expertise and some serious fashion trends! Off season: If you’re not a crowd-loving traveler, the months of February, March, and October might be ideal for you to take a cheap flight to Cape Town. During these off season months, crowds thin out considerably in the city and the weather is also delightful. You may be able to pick up cheap flight deals to Cape Town by making your bookings for off season flights about two or three weeks ahead of your travel dates.

  • How long is the flight to Cape Town ?

    Johannesburg to Cape Town 2 hours, 10 minutes Durban to Cape Town 2 hours, 10 minutes Bloemfontein to Cape Town 1 hour, 40 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to Cape Town ?

    There are a plethora of airlines which operate flights to and from Cape Town, but generally speaking, carriers such as South African Airlink, South African Airways, British Airways, Kulula, and Mango are the most popular airlines that are being used for cheap flights to this city. You’d be doing yourself a favor by deciding whether or not more reasonable price on flight tickets ranks higher up on your needs list when compared to something such as more onboard comfort. A budget option compared to a comfier experience will ultimately be what differentiates these airlines from each other, and what will help you pick the right carrier for your needs.

  • How to get from the airport to the city center?

    Cape Town International Airport lies 20 kilometers outside of the city center, and there are a few ways in which you can get to the heart of the city once you’ve arrived at the airport. You can make use of metered taxis, but if you’re on a tight budget, why not consider using the MyCiti bus? This bus service is one of the most cost-effective ways of getting from the airport to the city and departs every 20 minutes or so.

  • What does CPT mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Cape Town Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CPT flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town?

    If you book a flight to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is located 15,6 km from the centre of Cape Town. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town Intl should be relatively easy as there are 77 daily flights from 9 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cape Town if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cape Town on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cape Town?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Cemair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cape Town.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town?

    Cape Town Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl typically cost R845, while return flights cost around R1 426.

  • How much is a return flight to Cape Town?

    A return flight to Cape Town will typically cost around R124, however they can be found for as little as R81.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cape Town depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cape Town, Port Elizabeth offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 25 minutes).

  • Does Cape Town Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cape Town Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cape Town Intl?

    Yes. Cape Town Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport is the closest property to Cape Town Intl (0,0 km away from Cape Town Intl).

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