Flight FAQs
From Cape Town to Mthatha
How popular is this flight route?
Within the past month, 682 users have taken a look at flights from Cape Town Intl to Mthatha Umtata.
Does it rain more in Cape Town or Mthatha?
The rainfall in Cape Town is generally more than the rainfall in Mthatha. This will continue over the next 7 days.
Is Cape Town weather warmer or cooler than Mthatha?
Temperatures around the 29 °Cs can be experienced in February. The weather in Mthatha is colder than in Cape Town. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.
What airports serve Cape Town to Mthatha flights?
Travellers going to Mthatha, Umtata from Cape Town will start the journey in Cape Town International Airport. The airport was opened in 1954 and is located 20 kilometres from the city centre. This airport is the second busiest in South Africa and offers domestic and international flights into Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. It is a hub for FlySafair, South African Express, and Mango airlines. Once flying to Umtata, passengers will disembark at Mthatha Airport in the Eastern Cape area of South Africa. The airport has a single runaway and is operated by the provincial government.
Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Mthatha?
Unfortunately, there are currently no flights that run directly from Cape Town to Mthatha, Umtata. This may change in the future, but for now, travellers can take a flight with stops along the way to reach the destination. The only airline that offers these flights is South African Airways. It is the flag carrier of South Africa and has its headquarters in O.R. Tambo International airport. The airline flies to 26 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, and America. It has a large presence in South Africa where it operates in five cities.
What are the stopover options between Cape Town to Mthatha?
The least expensive and shortest flights into Mthatha are going to be through one-stop flights. Each of these flights will have a stopover during the journey in O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. The shortest flights can reach the destination in 4h 30m, while longer flights may last as long as 18h 00m. While stopover flights that stop twice are often more expensive, there are a variety of options when leaving Cape Town. These flights might stop in Johannesburg as well as at George Airport, King Shaka International Airport, or Bloemfontein Airport.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Mthatha?
Going to Mthatha from Cape Town does not require a passport or a visa. Passengers will need a valid form of identification in order to take a flight between these locations.
