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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cape Town from R12 372

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CPT
Sep 5 — Sep 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 August 2026.

Wed 2/917:15 -
2 stops51h 00m
Sun 13/919:30 -
2 stops42h 00m
Deal found 1/8R21 508
Sun 16/817:15 -
2 stops51h 00m
Tue 1/913:15 -
2 stops48h 15m
Deal found 31/7R21 525
Sun 18/1017:15 -
2 stops52h 00m
Sun 8/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 50m
Deal found 1/8R22 031
Tue 8/917:15 -
2 stops51h 00m
Wed 11/1118:55 -
2 stops42h 30m
Deal found 3/8R22 113
Tue 1/917:15 -
2 stops51h 00m
Thu 10/913:15 -
2 stops48h 15m
Deal found 31/7R22 162
Sun 1/1117:45 -
2 stops51h 45m
Sun 22/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 50m
Deal found 1/8R22 244
Sun 13/917:20 -
2 stops33h 20m
Mon 21/918:25 -
2 stops43h 45m
Deal found 5/8R23 682
Mon 16/1115:45 -
2 stops36h 00m
Mon 30/1120:00 -
2 stops41h 10m
Deal found 4/8R23 797
Tue 15/96:00 -
2 stops44h 40m
Tue 22/918:25 -
2 stops43h 45m
Deal found 1/8R23 846
Sun 13/917:20 -
3 stops52h 25m
Mon 21/913:15 -
2 stops48h 55m
Deal found 5/8R24 597
Sun 15/1118:20 -
2 stops34h 40m
Tue 1/1220:00 -
2 stops34h 20m
Deal found 4/8R24 646
Tue 15/917:20 -
3 stops60h 55m
Tue 22/913:15 -
2 stops37h 40m
Deal found 1/8R24 695

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R19 907

One-way from

R12 372

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R21 835
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/2-21/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 81h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Cape Town
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 25/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R35 490 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 687 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand 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 6 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC Christchurch - CPT Cape Town Intl

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 13/9

17:20-16:40

2 stops33h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

18:25-0:10

2 stops43h 45m

R23 682

AucklandCape Town

AKL Auckland Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Wed 2/9

20:30-18:05

1 stop31h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:15-9:55

1 stop34h 40m

R24 123

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC Christchurch - CPT Cape Town Intl

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 13/9

17:20-11:45

3 stops52h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 21/9

13:15-0:10

2 stops48h 55m

R24 597

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC Christchurch - CPT Cape Town Intl

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 18/11

16:35-16:45

2 stops35h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 29/11

20:00-14:00

2 stops31h 00m

R24 646

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC Christchurch - CPT Cape Town Intl

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 18/11

18:20-18:00

2 stops34h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 30/11

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

R24 646
Fastest return journey

AucklandCape Town

AKL Auckland Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/11

21:05-18:00

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/11

20:00-11:15

1 stop28h 15m

R24 990

AucklandCape Town

AKL Auckland Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Thu 26/11

11:55-16:45

3 stops39h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/12

20:00-22:10

3 stops39h 10m

R25 741

AucklandCape Town

AKL Auckland Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Fri 20/11

21:05-11:40

1 stop49h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/1

18:30-19:30

2 stops38h 00m

R25 790

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC Christchurch - CPT Cape Town Intl

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sat 5/9

16:25-18:05

2 stops35h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/9

18:25-14:25

2 stops34h 00m

R26 657

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC Christchurch - CPT Cape Town Intl

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 21/8

9:40-18:05

2 stops42h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

13:15-0:20

2 stops49h 05m

R27 098

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Deals found on 5/8

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from New Zealand with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Cape Town

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cape Town (average of R17 978). Flying from New Zealand to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 683). 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 New Zealand to Cape Town?

The best time to book flights from New Zealand to Cape Town is 18 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.

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 6 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from New Zealand to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 644 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello
South African
7,6
Good
63 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Located just 15,6 km from the city centre, Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from New Zealand.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Cape Town?

    Departing from New Zealand to Cape Town will take you 33h 20m. The distance from New Zealand to Cape Town is about 10997 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R9 778. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from New Zealand to Cape Town for a low price.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cape Town (average of R17 978). Flying from New Zealand to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R28 683). 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 New Zealand to Cape Town

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 927AverageR23 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 734AverageR23 826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 502AverageR25 139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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