Cheap flights from Cape Town to Mexico City from R15 248

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — MEX
Aug 26 — Sep 21
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez are usually found in February or March, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Mexico City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Mexico City (MEX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R21 669

One-way from

R15 248

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R27 153
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 5/10-12/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 77h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Mexico City
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 14/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 40m total
  • Cape Town to Mexico City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R26 770 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 406 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2025.

Sun 5/1020:00CPT - MEX
2 stops27h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/105:05MEX - CPT
2 stops50h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/8R21 669
Tue 28/1020:50CPT - MEX
1 stop32h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 16/1111:00MEX - CPT
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/8R21 687
Tue 16/923:15CPT - MEX
1 stop26h 44mKLM
Tue 23/98:40MEX - CPT
2 stops28h 45mKLM
Deal found 19/8R22 076
Tue 16/920:05CPT - MEX
1 stop21h 50mDelta
Tue 23/98:40MEX - CPT
2 stops28h 45mDelta
Deal found 19/8R22 448
Tue 18/1114:15CPT - MEX
2 stops36h 45mLufthansa
Tue 9/1221:00MEX - CPT
1 stop30h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 19/8R23 650
Tue 2/911:05CPT - MEX
2 stops37h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/915:30MEX - CPT
2 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8R23 703
Tue 2/923:15CPT - MEX
1 stop26h 44mKLM
Tue 9/915:30MEX - CPT
2 stops45h 55mKLM
Deal found 19/8R25 808
Tue 18/1120:50CPT - MEX
2 stops35h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/121:05MEX - CPT
2 stops49h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8R26 003

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Mexico City that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

20:00-15:40

2 stops27h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 12/10

5:05-15:20

2 stops50h 15m

R21 669

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/10

20:50-20:50

1 stop32h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 16/11

11:00-18:00

1 stop23h 00m

R21 687

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/9

20:00-15:40

2 stops27h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 23/9

17:15-15:20

2 stops62h 05m

R21 722

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/9

23:15-17:59

1 stop26h 44m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 23/9

8:40-21:25

2 stops28h 45m

R22 076

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/9

20:05-9:55

1 stop21h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 23/9

8:40-21:25

2 stops28h 45m

R22 448

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/11

14:15-19:00

2 stops36h 45m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 9/12

21:00-11:00

1 stop30h 00m

R23 650

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/9

11:05-16:55

2 stops37h 50m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 9/9

15:30-21:25

2 stops45h 55m

R23 703

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/10

18:25-15:05

2 stops52h 40m

R15 248

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/11

8:50-16:55

1 stop40h 05m

R17 017

Cape TownMexico City

CPT - MEX

CPTMEX

Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/11

18:55-11:15

3 stops48h 20m

R17 088

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Mexico City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Mexico City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to Mexico City, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Mexico City (average of R1 086). Flying from Cape Town to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 566). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 August 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Cape Town to Mexico City by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Mexico City?

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated 21 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Mexico City, such as Emirates, KLM, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Mexico City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Mexico City?

    For as low as R21 669, United Airlines can have you in Mexico City from Cape Town in 27h 40m. The distance between Cape Town and Mexico City is about 13702 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Mexico City round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Mexico City, with prices starting at R20 332. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at R20 601 and R21 268, respectively. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Mexico City for 19% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Mexico City (average of R1 086). Flying from Cape Town to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 566). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestR20 332AverageR25 660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestR20 601AverageR23 132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestR21 268AverageR24 110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR21 471AverageR25 265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR24 649AverageR28 863FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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