How long is the flight from Ireland to Cape Town?

There are many flights that can get you from Ireland to Cape Town in 17h 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, SWISS, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance between Ireland and Cape Town is about 10004 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Ireland to Cape Town are Lufthansa (R5 587), SWISS (R5 996), and Qatar Airways (R6 627).

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 airlines that fly from Ireland to Cape Town?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and KLM are the most popular airlines when flying from Ireland to Cape Town.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IE to CPT?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Ireland to Cape Town as you normally would.

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

Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Ireland to Cape Town. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to Cape Town (average of R13 185). Flying from Ireland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 183). 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.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Ireland to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 78 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways from Ireland to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Qatar Airways

7,3

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KLM

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Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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6,8

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KLM

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Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

British Airways

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Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Ireland?
Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Ireland to Cape Town. It is only a 15,6 km journey from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Cape Town’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Ireland to Cape Town?
There are many flights that can get you from Ireland to Cape Town in 17h 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines, SWISS, or KLM to get the fastest option. The distance between Ireland and Cape Town is about 10004 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ireland to Cape Town one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Ireland to Cape Town are Lufthansa (R5 587), SWISS (R5 996), and Qatar Airways (R6 627).
Can I find deals for flights from Ireland to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Ireland to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Ireland to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ireland to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Ireland to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ireland 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 Ireland to Cape Town?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ireland to Cape Town (average of R13 185). Flying from Ireland to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of R21 183). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

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