How long is the flight from Europe to Cape Town?

Airlines like SWISS, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates fly from Europe to Cape Town in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 50m. The distance from Europe to Cape Town is about 8703 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R4 056 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Norse Atlantic UK from R4 583 and Lufthansa from R5 566 one-way.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Europe to Cape Town?

Most travellers choose Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl, London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl or Munich Franz Josef Strauss - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from Europe to Cape Town.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Europe to Cape Town?

KLM, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Europe to Cape Town.

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

Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Europe to Cape Town.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Europe to Cape Town?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Europe 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Cape Town (average of R14 179). Flying from Europe to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 899). 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 EU to CPT?

When flying from Europe to Cape Town, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Europe to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 22 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from Europe to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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1 580 reviews

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It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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Anonymous,Feb 2026

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Anonymous,Feb 2026

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It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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Anonymous,Feb 2026

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It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Condor

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KLM

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Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Europe?
Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15,6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Europe to Cape Town.
How long is the flight from Europe to Cape Town?
Airlines like SWISS, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates fly from Europe to Cape Town in about 18h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 50m. The distance from Europe to Cape Town is about 8703 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Europe to Cape Town one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R4 056 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Norse Atlantic UK from R4 583 and Lufthansa from R5 566 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Europe to Cape Town?
Most travellers choose Frankfurt am Main - Cape Town Intl, London Heathrow - Cape Town Intl or Munich Franz Josef Strauss - Cape Town Intl when deciding on the best route from Europe to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for flights from Europe to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Europe to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Europe to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Europe to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Europe to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Europe 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 Europe to Cape Town?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Cape Town (average of R14 179). Flying from Europe to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R21 899). 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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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 379	AverageR14 535	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR5 856	AverageR17 249	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR8 620	AverageR17 762	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR9 212	AverageR17 733	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Iberia	CheapestR9 306	AverageR17 105	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Iberia flights
KLM	CheapestR9 780	AverageR19 582	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
South African	CheapestR10 600	AverageR10 770	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR10 625	AverageR17 569	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	CheapestR11 270	AverageR15 240	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time79%	Search SWISS flights
Condor	CheapestR11 301	AverageR17 467	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Condor flights

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Europe to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 October 2026.

Best flights from Europe to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Europe to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 October 2026.

Direct flights from Europe to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Europe to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 October 2026.

Last-minute flights from Europe to Cape Town
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One-way flights from Europe to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Europe to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 October 2026.