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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cape Town from R11 124

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CPT
Aug 8 — Aug 151
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 9 July 2026.

Sun 18/100:55
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops45h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 7/1110:40
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops39h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/7R18 125
Thu 20/817:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 20/916:35
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops56h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7R22 346
Mon 19/1017:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops52h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 25/1018:55
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops42h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/7R22 510
Mon 9/111:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops43h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/120:55
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops48h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/7R22 673
Wed 11/1115:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops53h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 9/1210:40
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops63h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 4/7R22 935
Mon 7/915:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops36h 20m
Emirates
Thu 10/918:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops34h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 6/7R23 115
Thu 27/820:30
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop30h 10m
Emirates
Sun 13/920:00
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops33h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 8/7R23 131
Thu 20/820:30
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop30h 10m
Emirates
Sun 20/913:15
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop34h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 4/7R23 213
Wed 11/1121:05
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 55m
Emirates
Wed 9/1220:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop28h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 5/7R23 262
Fri 28/820:30
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop31h 35m
Emirates
Sun 13/913:15
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop34h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 8/7R23 442
Sat 5/920:30
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop30h 10m
Emirates
Sat 19/913:15
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop34h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 6/7R23 557
Thu 20/813:00
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops56h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 29/816:35
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops56h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/7R23 573

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 9 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 125

One-way from

R11 124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R24 080
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 18/10-7/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 85h 00m total
  • New Zealand to Cape Town
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 10/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 10m total
  • New Zealand to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R38 661 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 992 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 9 July 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mon 7/9

15:45-18:05

2 stops36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

18:25-14:25

2 stops34h 00m

R23 115

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Mon 7/9

16:35-18:05

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/9

20:00-1:20

2 stops42h 20m

R24 080

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 16/8

13:15-16:40

3 stops37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/9

20:00-17:50

3 stops35h 50m

R24 489

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/11

21:05-18:00

1 stop31h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/12

13:40-11:15

1 stop34h 35m

R24 538

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 12/9

16:10-18:05

3 stops59h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

20:00-1:10

2 stops42h 10m

R24 571

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

6:00-10:25

2 stops38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

20:25-0:20

2 stops41h 55m

R24 604

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 28/7

16:35-18:05

2 stops35h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/8

13:30-12:55

3 stops37h 25m

R24 685

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 11/10

15:15-16:40

2 stops36h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

20:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

R24 734
Fastest return journey

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Wed 5/8

6:00-21:15

2 stops25h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

17:25-4:05

2 stops24h 40m

R24 816

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sat 1/8

6:00-17:20

2 stops45h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 15/8

11:05-0:20

2 stops27h 15m

R25 700

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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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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 R9 684). Flying from New Zealand to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R36 905). 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 9 July 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
1 565 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 565 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 565 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
3 608 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 565 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
62 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 565 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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 36h 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 787. 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 R9 684). Flying from New Zealand to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R36 905). 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 9 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 239AverageR23 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR19 752AverageR23 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 521AverageR25 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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