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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Europe from R5 679

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — CPH
Apr 22 — Apr 291
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 23 March 2026.

Tue 5/513:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/520:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R9 981
Mon 4/513:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/513:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R9 998
Fri 1/513:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/520:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R10 066
Fri 1/518:25
CPT
-
IST
1 stop22h 30m
Emirates
Fri 8/519:35
IST
-
CPT
1 stop16h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 23/3R10 117
Sun 5/418:25
CPT
-
IST
1 stop19h 00m
Emirates
Sun 12/419:35
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 19/3R10 151
Wed 6/513:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/513:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R10 168
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop17h 20m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/520:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 185
Mon 20/413:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/513:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R10 236
Thu 2/413:15
CPT
-
IST
1 stop16h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 14/420:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R10 253
Fri 10/413:15
CPT
-
IST
1 stop21h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 17/411:40
IST
-
CPT
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R10 287
Fri 24/413:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/520:05
IST
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R10 304
Mon 11/513:00
CPT
-
IST
1 stop28h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 25/513:45
IST
-
CPT
1 stop22h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R10 338

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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R9 981

One-way from

R5 679

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R13 994

Good round-trip deal

R12 034 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 601 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5-12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Europe
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Europe
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R19 236 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 613 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 23 March 2026.
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Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/6

13:15-17:25

1 stop27h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 18/6

19:35-11:30

1 stop16h 55m

R12 072

Cape TownAthens

CPT - ATH

CPTATH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

13:00-18:05

1 stop28h 05m

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 23/6

12:05-10:15

1 stop23h 10m

R12 293

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-14:20

1 stop25h 20m

Zurich

Thu 14/1

15:40-10:30

1 stop17h 50m

R12 531

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

13:15-13:15

1 stop24h 00m

Frankfurt am Main

Mon 15/6

22:20-16:40

1 stop18h 20m

R12 599

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

13:15-8:50

1 stop19h 35m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 9/6

15:15-11:30

1 stop20h 15m

R12 599

Cape TownFrankfurt am Main

CPT - FRA

CPTFRA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 16/4

18:25-13:15

1 stop18h 50m

Frankfurt am Main

Sun 19/4

15:15-16:40

1 stop25h 25m

R12 616

Cape TownIstanbul

CPT - IST

CPTIST

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

13:50-11:15

3 stops44h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 26/5

13:45-11:30

1 stop22h 45m

R12 633

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

13:15-20:05

1 stop30h 50m

Zurich

Sun 17/1

21:50-18:00

1 stop19h 10m

R12 650

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

18:25-20:05

1 stop25h 40m

Zurich

Sun 20/9

22:00-18:05

1 stop20h 05m

R12 650

Cape TownZurich

CPT - ZRH

CPTZRH

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

13:50-8:20

2 stops18h 30m

Zurich

Mon 22/6

21:00-14:35

2 stops17h 35m

R13 381

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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 948). Flying from Cape Town to Europe in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 052). 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 23 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 23 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
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 542 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 477 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 732 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
4 273 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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
7 813 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 542 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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 Qatar Airways, Emirates, and SWISS fly from Cape Town to Europe in about 19h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 05m. The distance from Cape Town to Europe is about 9104 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 734. Norse Atlantic UK flights start at R3 223 while deals on Kenya Airways start at R3 912 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 948). Flying from Cape Town to Europe in August is currently the most expensive (average of R11 052). 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 23 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapestR4 998AverageR13 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapestR6 883AverageR9 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR8 390AverageR13 292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 925AverageR14 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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TAAGCheapestR9 277AverageR14 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 663AverageR13 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapestR9 720AverageR13 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapestR9 739AverageR14 314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 761AverageR13 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 842AverageR15 085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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