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

According to our current data, Airlink (R5 156), offers the cheapest pricing from Mthatha to Cape Town. Airlink is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mthatha to Cape Town?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Mthatha to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 is the cheapest day to fly return from Mthatha to Cape Town?

Flights from Mthatha to Cape Town are generally found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 27% by booking at least 56 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Mthatha to Cape Town within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R5 660.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Mthatha to Cape Town?

June is one of the best times of the year to fly to Cape Town from Mthatha. Prices for June average R7 184 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R5 122. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a June flight can save you 15% on your journey compared to booking in December

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

When flying from Mthatha 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 11% versus a flight at midday.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mthatha 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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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mthatha Umtata to Cape Town Intl are usually found in June or March, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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

The best time to book flights from Mthatha to Cape Town is 74 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 Mthatha to Cape Town?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink from Mthatha to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Airlink

8,6

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1 / 1

10,0

Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

76 reviews

Airlink

8,6

Very Good

76 reviews

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1 / 1

10,0

Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Mthatha to Cape Town round-trip?
According to our current data, Airlink (R5 156), offers the cheapest pricing from Mthatha to Cape Town. Airlink is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Mthatha to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Mthatha to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Mthatha to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Mthatha to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Mthatha to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mthatha 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 Mthatha to Cape Town?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mthatha to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from Mthatha 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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