How long is the flight from South Island to Cape Town?

Departing from South Island to Cape Town will take you 52h 15m. The distance between South Island and Cape Town is about 10997 km.

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).

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Island to Cape Town?

To save up to 27% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 50 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from South Island to Cape Town from R24 977 1-2 weeks out and tickets from R25 189 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Island to Cape Town?

Flights from South Island to Cape Town lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from South Island to Cape Town in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at R17 937.

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

Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from South Island. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

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

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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.

R13 019+ Flights from South Island to Cape Town

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Round-trip from	R24 110
One-way from	R13 019

Emirates
11/10-18/10
4 total stops
101h 30m total
South Island to Cape Town

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24/2
3 total stops
28h 20m total
South Island to Cape Town

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Cheapest flights from South Island to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Island to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 August 2025.

Sat 11/1018:20CHC - CPT

2 stops52h 15mEmirates

Sat 18/1013:05CPT - CHC

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Deal found 27/8R24 110

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Wed 10/917:45CHC - CPT

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Deal found 27/8R25 826

Sat 11/1018:20CHC - CPT

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Sun 9/1115:50CHC - CPT

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2 stops49h 15mEmirates

Deal found 27/8R24 110

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Wed 10/917:45CHC - CPT

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Deal found 27/8R27 294

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Wed 10/917:45CHC - CPT

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CHC - CPT

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Christchurch

Sat 11/10

18:20-11:35

2 stops52h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/10

13:05-1:20

2 stops49h 15m

R24 110

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CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

6:20-16:45

2 stops45h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

R24 553

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 10/9

17:45-16:50

2 stops33h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/9

18:25-0:20

2 stops43h 55m

R25 826

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sat 11/10

18:20-9:45

3 stops50h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 18/10

13:05-1:20

2 stops49h 15m

R25 985

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

15:50-9:25

3 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 13/11

10:40-0:40

3 stops51h 00m

R27 082

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 10/9

17:45-21:50

3 stops38h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/9

18:25-0:20

2 stops43h 55m

R27 294

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 24/2

16:05-9:25

3 stops28h 20m

R13 019

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Tue 24/2

12:00-9:25

2 stops32h 25m

R13 285

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from South Island 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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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Island to Cape Town as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

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Emirates

8,1

Very Good

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 322 reviews

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Very Good

3 322 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Singapore Airlines

8,1

Very Good

1 352 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 322 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from South Island?
Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from South Island. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15,6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.
How long is the flight from South Island to Cape Town?
Departing from South Island to Cape Town will take you 52h 15m. The distance between South Island and Cape Town is about 10997 km.
Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Island to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Island to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Island to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island 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 South Island to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from South Island 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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