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Cheap flights from Europe to Cape Town from R5 715

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAD — CPT
Dec 25 — Jan 11
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Europe to Cape Town
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 25 November 2025.

Fri 28/1112:25VIE - CPT
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/118:25CPT - VIE
2 stops22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11R11 119
Fri 5/1212:25VIE - CPT
1 stop16h 25mAir France
Sun 21/1223:45CPT - VIE
2 stops24h 10mAir France
Deal found 25/11R11 153
Mon 1/1220:05LHR - CPT
1 stop33h 25mSWISS
Mon 8/1223:35CPT - LHR
1 stop20h 15mSWISS
Deal found 24/11R11 205
Wed 3/1218:50VIE - CPT
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/127:55CPT - VIE
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11R11 205
Thu 27/116:50VIE - CPT
2 stops22h 00mKLM
Wed 10/1218:25CPT - VIE
2 stops29h 20mKLM
Deal found 24/11R11 223
Wed 26/1118:40LHR - CPT
1 stop14h 15mSWISS
Wed 10/129:00CPT - LHR
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
Deal found 24/11R11 257
Sun 30/116:50VIE - CPT
2 stops22h 00mKLM
Sat 13/128:00CPT - VIE
1 stop15h 45mKLM
Deal found 24/11R11 274
Thu 27/116:50VIE - CPT
2 stops22h 00mKLM
Wed 24/1215:20CPT - VIE
2 stops25h 50mKLM
Deal found 24/11R11 292
Sat 29/1112:25VIE - CPT
2 stops32h 30mAir France
Sat 6/127:55CPT - VIE
1 stop16h 00mAir France
Deal found 25/11R11 344
Tue 9/1212:15VIE - CPT
1 stop32h 40mKLM
Fri 19/128:00CPT - VIE
1 stop15h 45mKLM
Deal found 25/11R11 361
Tue 25/1113:50LHR - CPT
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/129:00CPT - LHR
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11R11 378
Wed 3/1218:50VIE - CPT
1 stop26h 05mKLM
Mon 22/1218:25CPT - VIE
2 stops29h 20mKLM
Deal found 24/11R11 396

Cheap flight deals from Europe to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Europe to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 25 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R10 859

One-way from

R5 715

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R11 811

Good round-trip deal

R10 580 or less

Good one-way deal

R6 068 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 16/1-30/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 40m total
  • Europe to Cape Town
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 55m total
  • Europe to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R7 556 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (R13 019 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Europe to Cape Town Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Europe to Cape Town Intl.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Europe 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 25 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Europe to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Europe

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ViennaCape Town

VIE - CPT

VIECPT

Vienna Intl

Wed 14/1

6:50-9:45

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

7:55-22:55

1 stop16h 00m

R11 604

ViennaCape Town

VIE - CPT

VIECPT

Vienna Intl

Wed 14/1

6:50-9:45

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/2

18:25-16:10

2 stops22h 45m

R11 777

ViennaCape Town

VIE - CPT

VIECPT

Vienna Intl

Sat 11/4

14:20-21:25

1 stop31h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/4

7:40-8:40

1 stop25h 00m

R11 950

HamburgCape Town

HAM - CPT

HAMCPT

Hamburg

Wed 6/5

12:00-9:30

1 stop21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

18:05-7:35

1 stop13h 30m

R12 296

BerlinCape Town

BER - CPT

BERCPT

Berlin Brandenburg

Sat 21/2

6:00-21:55

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

7:55-22:40

1 stop15h 45m

R12 366

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/3

14:50-7:30

1 stop15h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

9:25-8:15

1 stop23h 50m

R12 383

HamburgCape Town

HAM - CPT

HAMCPT

Hamburg

Sun 8/3

6:05-21:55

1 stop14h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 21/3

7:55-10:25

1 stop27h 30m

R12 660

BerlinCape Town

BER - CPT

BERCPT

Berlin Brandenburg

Sun 17/5

7:00-11:50

1 stop28h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

16:40-21:10

1 stop28h 30m

R12 695

BerlinCape Town

BER - CPT

BERCPT

Berlin Brandenburg

Mon 16/3

13:05-11:50

1 stop21h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

16:40-9:20

1 stop16h 40m

R12 695

BerlinCape Town

BER - CPT

BERCPT

Berlin Brandenburg

Tue 17/3

6:45-11:50

1 stop28h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

16:40-17:50

1 stop25h 10m

R12 695

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Best time to book a flight from Europe to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Europe to Cape Town

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Cape Town (average of R6 927). Flying from Europe to Cape Town in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 582). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Europe 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 25 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Europe to Cape Town at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Europe to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 2 November 2025.

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

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 25 November 2025.
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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 420 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 420 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 420 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 052 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 420 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
897 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 420 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 592 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 420 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 538 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 420 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Comfort

7,6

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Europe 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 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 KLM, Lufthansa, and SWISS fly from Europe to Cape Town in about 15h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 15m. The distance from Europe to Cape Town is about 9387 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 R9 369 on SWISS. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R10 045 and Condor from R10 911 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Cape Town (average of R6 927). Flying from Europe to Cape Town in January is currently the most expensive (average of R10 582). 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 10 airlines flying from Europe to Cape Town

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Europe 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 25 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR7 036AverageR19 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapestR7 089AverageR16 819FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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KLMCheapestR10 275AverageR19 217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 391AverageR16 469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 978AverageR15 076FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 148AverageR17 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IberiaCheapestR11 347AverageR15 318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR11 917AverageR17 845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapestR12 278AverageR17 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 920AverageR16 043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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