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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cape Town from R17 433

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 27/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CPT
Jul 5 — Jul 121
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 30 June 2025.

Round-trip from

R21 333

One-way from

R17 433

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R24 235
South African
  • South African
  • 4/8-11/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 79h 30m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 27/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 45m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R43 636 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R13 133 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Auckland to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from Auckland to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 June 2025.

Mon 4/812:35AKL - CPT
2 stops31h 50mSouth African
Mon 11/820:25CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 40mSouth African
Deal found 29/6R21 333
Sun 10/813:15AKL - CPT
1 stop31h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 24/813:00CPT - AKL
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 30/6R23 238
Mon 4/88:50AKL - CPT
3 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/819:35CPT - AKL
2 stops48h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R25 268
Mon 13/1021:10AKL - CPT
1 stop49h 25mEmirates
Tue 21/1013:05CPT - AKL
2 stops38h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/6R25 695
Sun 2/1115:30AKL - CPT
3 stops28h 55mSingapore Airlines
Thu 6/1110:40CPT - AKL
3 stops26h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/6R28 331

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 30 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Cape Town that are best for you.

Fly from

Auckland

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

12:35-10:25

2 stops31h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/8

20:25-6:05

2 stops47h 40m

R21 333

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/8

13:15-10:50

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/8

13:00-2:45

1 stop27h 45m

R23 238

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

8:50-13:25

3 stops38h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/8

19:35-6:05

2 stops48h 30m

R25 268

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/10

6:10-16:50

2 stops45h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/10

13:05-10:50

1 stop34h 45m

R25 695

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 2/11

15:30-9:25

3 stops28h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/11

10:40-0:25

3 stops26h 45m

R28 331

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 27/12

14:40-17:25

1 stop37h 45m

R17 433

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 27/12

15:05-16:45

2 stops36h 40m

R19 534

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 20/12

6:20-19:45

2 stops24h 25m

R20 033

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Fri 19/12

1:20-9:25

2 stops43h 05m

R23 968

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 30/6

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Auckland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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 AKL to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 30 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Auckland to Cape Town in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

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 30 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andSouth African from Auckland to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Auckland to Cape Town round-trip from R21 333. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from R23 238, and Emirates, from R25 695. These flights start at 10% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Auckland to Cape Town are Qatar Airways (R17 433), Emirates (R19 534), and Singapore Airlines (R23 968).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Auckland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R187). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR18 052AverageR21 701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR20 105AverageR22 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR22 393AverageR29 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 842AverageR27 561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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