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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Europe from R5 727

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CPH
Apr 9 — Apr 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Europe

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Tue 14/415:25
CPT
-
MUC
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/411:00
MUC
-
CPT
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3R9 656
Mon 18/523:15
CPT
-
MXP
2 stops23h 45m
Air France
Tue 26/511:25
MXP
-
CPT
2 stops29h 55m
Air France
Deal found 7/3R9 939
Wed 13/513:50
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop16h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/523:40
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R10 205
Thu 14/513:50
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop16h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 20/523:40
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R10 222
Wed 13/513:50
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop16h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 19/523:40
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R10 239
Tue 12/515:25
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 19/523:40
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R10 305
Tue 12/513:50
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop16h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 11/623:40
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R10 438
Mon 18/515:25
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop14h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 21/523:40
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 8/3R10 488
Tue 14/716:35
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop16h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 15/914:55
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop20h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/3R10 505
Tue 12/513:50
CPT
-
MXP
1 stop16h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 22/523:40
MXP
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R10 572
Thu 16/413:50
CPT
-
MUC
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/411:00
MUC
-
CPT
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3R11 021
Tue 21/413:50
CPT
-
FRA
1 stop16h 35m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/422:05
FRA
-
CPT
1 stop14h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3R11 071

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Cape Town to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 656

One-way from

R5 727

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 618

Good round-trip deal

R11 110 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 215 or less
14/4-28/4
  • 14/4-28/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Europe
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 652 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 508 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Europe.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Cape Town Intl to Europe.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Europe 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 10 March 2026.
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Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

13:50-5:50

1 stop16h 00m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 11/6

23:40-14:35

1 stop14h 55m

R10 472

Cape TownParis

CPT - CDG

CPTCDG

Cape Town Intl

Thu 14/5

13:50-6:45

1 stop16h 55m

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Thu 28/5

21:40-13:00

1 stop15h 20m

R11 354

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

15:25-6:20

1 stop15h 55m

London Gatwick

Mon 15/6

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

R11 870

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:50-6:25

1 stop16h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 17/5

22:05-13:00

1 stop14h 55m

R11 987

Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

18:50-17:50

1 stop23h 00m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 24/5

18:20-11:00

1 stop16h 40m

R12 403

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

18:25-20:05

1 stop25h 40m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 17/5

11:00-11:30

1 stop24h 30m

R12 436

Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/7

18:50-13:25

1 stop18h 35m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 15/9

14:40-11:00

1 stop20h 20m

R12 436

Cape TownLondon

CPT - LGW

CPTLGW

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/6

15:25-6:25

1 stop16h 00m

London Gatwick

Tue 23/6

10:10-13:00

1 stop25h 50m

R12 453

Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Sat 16/5

13:15-9:00

1 stop19h 45m

Milan Malpensa

Sun 24/5

14:15-16:40

1 stop26h 25m

R12 802

Cape TownMilan

CPT - MXP

CPTMXP

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

18:25-17:15

2 stops46h 50m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 26/5

18:40-9:45

2 stops39h 05m

R13 602

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Europe

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Europe

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Europe (average of R4 845). Flying from Cape Town to Europe in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 821). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 March 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated 10 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,KLM, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Europe by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
KLM
7,8
Good
1 468 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 249 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 781 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Europe. 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 from for flights from Cape Town to Europe?

    For a flight from Cape Town to Europe, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15,6 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Europe?

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air, British Airways, and Emirates fly from Cape Town to Europe in about 16h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 40m. The distance from Cape Town to Europe is about 8901 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Ethiopian Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R2 677. Norse Atlantic UK flights start at R3 156 while deals on Kenya Airways start at R3 831 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Cape Town to Europe?

    When deciding which route to take from Cape Town to Europe, consider Cape Town Intl - London Heathrow, Cape Town Intl - Frankfurt am Main or Cape Town Intl - Amsterdam Schiphol, as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Europe (average of R4 845). Flying from Cape Town to Europe in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 821). 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 10 airlines flying from Cape Town to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Europe. 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 894AverageR12 878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 739AverageR9 370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapestR8 169AverageR13 157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 297AverageR13 063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 738AverageR13 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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TAAGCheapestR9 127AverageR14 107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 461AverageR13 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR9 501AverageR13 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 475AverageR12 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 610AverageR14 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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