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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cape Town from R10 887

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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CPT
Jan 29 — Feb 51
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 57 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 24 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 534

One-way from

R10 887

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R25 237
South African
  • South African
  • 12/3-10/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 15m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 15m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R42 413 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R13 542 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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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 24 January 2025.

Wed 12/314:05AKL - CPT
2 stops40h 35mSouth African
Sat 10/57:25CPT - AKL
2 stops36h 40mSouth African
Deal found 23/1R20 534
Tue 11/315:30AKL - CPT
3 stops28h 55mSingapore Airlines
Fri 9/510:40CPT - AKL
2 stops39h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/1R20 812
Thu 6/1114:40AKL - CPT
1 stop37h 45mQatar Airways
Thu 27/1112:35CPT - AKL
1 stop29h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/1R21 423
Thu 6/1114:20AKL - CPT
3 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1120:20CPT - AKL
3 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/1R22 645
Mon 3/117:00AKL - CPT
2 stops44h 45mEmirates
Mon 24/1118:25CPT - AKL
1 stop29h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/1R23 238
Mon 5/50:25AKL - CPT
2 stops54h 45mKLM
Mon 26/523:00CPT - AKL
2 stops47h 35mKLM
Deal found 22/1R54 400
Wed 29/10:55AKL - CPT
2 stops43h 30mAir New Zealand
Thu 6/210:55CPT - AKL
3 stops33h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/1R54 715
Mon 5/50:25AKL - CPT
3 stops47h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 26/514:35CPT - AKL
3 stops34h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 22/1R62 843

Find flights from Auckland to Cape Town within your budget

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 24 January 2025.

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AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/3

14:05-19:40

2 stops40h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/5

7:25-6:05

2 stops36h 40m

R20 534

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

15:30-9:25

3 stops28h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

10:40-12:20

2 stops39h 40m

R20 812

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

13:15-10:50

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

13:00-2:45

1 stop27h 45m

R22 793

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/3

13:45-13:50

3 stops35h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/3

19:30-0:05

3 stops41h 35m

R22 978

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Wed 12/3

16:35-16:45

2 stops35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/3

13:40-11:15

1 stop34h 35m

R23 293

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

0:25-21:10

2 stops54h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

23:00-8:35

2 stops47h 35m

R54 400

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 5/5

0:25-13:45

3 stops47h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/5

14:35-11:25

3 stops34h 50m

R62 843

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

14:10-9:25

2 stops29h 15m

R10 887

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 25/2

14:40-17:25

1 stop37h 45m

R14 072

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 24/2

1:40-13:45

3 stops47h 05m

R18 127

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to Cape Town

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

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 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 57 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 24 January 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.

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 inches 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 24 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Cape Town, such as Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 327 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7,8
Good
1 337 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

South African
7,6
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
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Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 735 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 351 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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 R20 534. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Singapore Airlines, from R20 812, and Qatar Airways, from R22 793. These flights start at 20% 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 Singapore Airlines (R10 887), Qatar Airways (R14 072), and Emirates (R23 849).

  • 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR20 533AverageR24 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 235AverageR27 515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR25 900AverageR32 159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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