Cheap flights from Helsinki to Cape Town from R10 037

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 25/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HEL — CPT
Sep 9 — Sep 161
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Helsinki-Vantaa to Cape Town Intl are usually found in March or May, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Helsinki to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Helsinki (HEL) 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 4 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 228

One-way from

R10 037

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 073
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 2/12-22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Helsinki to Cape Town
25/9
  • 25/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 47h 50m total
  • Helsinki to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R36 363 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (R17 868 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from Helsinki to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Helsinki to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 September 2025.

Tue 2/1212:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Thu 22/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 2/9R12 228
Tue 2/1212:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Tue 20/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/9R12 634
Mon 1/1212:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Tue 20/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/9R12 723
Sun 30/1112:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Tue 20/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/9R12 793
Thu 4/1212:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Thu 22/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 2/9R12 829
Tue 2/1212:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Wed 21/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 2/9R12 846
Mon 1/1212:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Wed 21/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/9R13 253
Sun 30/1112:45HEL - CPT
1 stop18h 55mLufthansa
Wed 21/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 3/9R13 341
Mon 1/1218:20HEL - CPT
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/18:50CPT - HEL
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9R13 412
Thu 4/1213:55HEL - CPT
2 stops17h 45mLufthansa
Tue 20/19:30CPT - HEL
1 stop26h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 2/9R13 429

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Fly from

Helsinki

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 3/12

12:45-7:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

9:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

R12 228

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/12

12:45-7:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

9:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

R12 228

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/12

12:45-7:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

9:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

R12 228

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 3/12

12:45-7:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

9:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

R12 228

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 1/12

12:45-7:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

9:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

R12 723

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 30/11

12:45-7:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

9:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

R12 793

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 4/12

12:45-7:40

1 stop18h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 22/1

9:30-12:00

1 stop26h 30m

R12 829

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 25/9

15:45-14:35

3 stops47h 50m

R10 037

HelsinkiCape Town

HEL - CPT

HELCPT

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 25/9

17:10-10:50

1 stop18h 40m

R14 790

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Deals found on 2/9

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Helsinki to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Helsinki to Cape Town is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Helsinki 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 HEL to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Helsinki 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 4 September 2025.

When flying from Helsinki to Cape Town, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 56% versus a flight in the morning.

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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 4 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM from Helsinki 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.

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Gary,Sept 2025

BRS - AMS

Very good and loved being on a smaller plane with only 100 passengers max so boarding and disembarking was quick and easy

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,3

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Gary,Sept 2025

BRS - AMS

Very good and loved being on a smaller plane with only 100 passengers max so boarding and disembarking was quick and easy

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Helsinki to Cape Town?

    For as low as R12 228, Lufthansa can have you in Cape Town from Helsinki in 18h 55m. Helsinki and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 10493 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Helsinki to Cape Town round-trip?

    KLM, at R13 575, was found to be the cheapest airline from Helsinki to Cape Town.. KLM is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Helsinki 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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