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Fri 21/3

16:10-09:25

2 stops26h 15m

$1,105

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Sun 16/3

09:30-19:55

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$1,230

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Thu 28/11

14:05-17:25

3 stops36h 20m

$1,310

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Sat 22/3

21:40-19:55

2 stops31h 15m

$1,318

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Sun 1/12

20:40-12:00

2 stops48h 20m

$1,428

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Sun 15/12

19:10-13:45

2 stops27h 35m

$1,956

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Sun 16/3

11:40-21:30

3 stops42h 50m

$1,980

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Tue 18/3

12:10-09:25

3 stops30h 15m

$2,668

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Mon 17/3

16:20-10:30

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$5,766

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Wed 19/2

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Cape Town Intl

Wed 26/3

13:40-07:35

2 stops32h 55m

$2,070

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Flights to Cape Town in 2024

Find the latest flights to Cape Town in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 750,439 searches and data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

Return from

$2,036

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$1,310

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$1,982
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 7/11-13/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 15m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
28/11
  • 28/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 20m total
  • Sydney to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for return flights in November 2024

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Cheapest flights to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 1 November 2024.

Wed 13/1106:00SYD - CPT
1 stop38h 40mEmirates
Wed 20/1113:40CPT - SYD
2 stops32h 45mEmirates
Deal found 31/10$2,076
Thu 7/1116:10SYD - CPT
2 stops26h 15mSingapore Airlines
Tue 12/1110:40CPT - SYD
2 stops36h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 31/10$2,091
Tue 12/1115:55SYD - CPT
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 19/1115:20CPT - SYD
3 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,097
Sun 1/1220:40SYD - CPT
2 stops48h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/1217:15CPT - SYD
2 stops40h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,169
Fri 8/1109:30SYD - CPT
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
Thu 28/1106:50CPT - SYD
1 stop22h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/10$2,207
Thu 7/1121:40SYD - CPT
1 stop28h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 12/1112:35CPT - SYD
1 stop45h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 31/10$2,394
Wed 6/1112:10SYD - CPT
2 stops42h 20mKLM
Wed 13/1123:20CPT - SYD
3 stops46h 50mKLM
Deal found 31/10$3,111
Sun 22/1218:15SYD - CPT
2 stops28h 35mSouth African
Sat 1/220:20CPT - SYD
2 stops48h 50mSouth African
Deal found 30/10$3,587

Best time to book a flight to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights to Cape Town

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When is the best time to book a flight to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 25 October 2024.

The price you pay for your flight to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Cape Town?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Cape Town takes 22 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Cape Town from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 27 October 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Cape Town should consider flying on Sunday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cape Town?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Cape Town are Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Emirates.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 mm 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.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 1 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Cape Town, see what other customers have to say about Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

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It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

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It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

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It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

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It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

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It was a pleasure journey! Emirates improved their services and I am glad that they are doing well.

Why visit

The Weather and Scenery alone should be enough to make you want to compare cheap flights to Cape Town. The omnipresent fog over Table Mountain, surfers riding the waves and carpets of rolling vineyards: this is quintessential Cape Town. Blessed with one of the most distinct and diverse landscapes in Africa and pleasant weather year-round, Cape Town offers an exciting combination of great outdoor activities and relaxed, yet cosmopolitan city life, with art and craft galleries, fine restaurants and bars.

Exploring Cape Town’s diverse neighbourhoods is a great way to discover the city. Wander the lively cobbled streets of Bo-Kaap – the historic Muslim quarter with brightly coloured houses and mosques that is home to descendants of slaves brought over from Indonesia, India and Turkey by the Dutch in the16th and 17th century. The neighbourhood is a stark contrast to the glitzy nearby beach towns of Camps Bay and Clifton. You can also take a tour of the infamous Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for two decades.

Wine lovers have much to look forward to after booking their flights to Cape Town. There are more than 120 vineyards or wine estates immediately east of the city, with the best-known located in Constantia, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, Robertson and Wellington. Tastings are a regular occurrence and while much argument can be had about the quality of the local products versus those closer to home, when it comes to wine tastings there is often a whole lot of fun in the disagreement.

Back to Cape Town proper, take the Table Mountain Cableway to the top (or hike if you’re feeling energetic) for a spectacular view of the city below and a perspective of the lay of the land. Other city attractions include the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden and nearby Robben Island, a former prison that housed Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners during the apartheid era for an all-too-real taste of the country’s troubled past.

But this is still Africa and no visit to Cape Town is complete without taking in the wildlife. Although this is not the place to find huge big-game parks, you won’t regret checking out the penguins at Boulders Beach or for something a little bigger in the shape of antelopes and black rhinos, check out the Solole Game Reserve.

Cape Town climate

Located on a peninsula between the Indian and Atlantic Oceans, Cape Town has mild winters and warm summers. Winter temperatures range from 7 to 12 degrees Celsius between June and August. Spring is unpredictable and can have pleasant, sunny days or days when the Cape Doctor, a southeast wind, blows up to 75mph. Summer can be very warm from December to March with temperatures reaching the 40s, but the wind keeps it bearable. March to April and early May have the best weather and gentle winds and this is a great time to book your flights to Cape Town. Rainfall is moderate throughout the year.

Getting around Cape Town

Cape Town sprawls across a large area, but you can always use Table Mountain to get your bearings. Central Cape Town is small and easily explored on foot.

Public transport is patchy but can get you around the city during the day. Many visitors use the commuter trains, particularly the line to Simon’s Town. City buses services stop in the early evening. Avoid public transport after dark.

Rikkis — open rickshaws — are a cheap way to explore the City Bowl area. Reasonably-priced minibus taxis operate mostly along bus routes. You can hail them, but make sure you ask the driver where it is headed as they are unregulated and may not be safest option.

You can call for regular taxis, which are metered and expensive, but worth considering late at night.

If you are renting a car, be aware driving can be unpredictable and confusing, especially since the same road can change names several times. Get a GPS and remember Table Mountain is a handy landmark.

Getting downtown from the airport

Once the flight arrives, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is located some 20 km from the city centre. From there, door-to-door minibus services from the airport take about half an hour to town. Many hotels have courtesy buses.

What is good to know if travelling to Cape Town?

  • Tours of the townships conducted by locals can take you through some of the most desolate areas of the city and show you another side of Cape Town. There are many tours on offer, but try to book one that puts your money back into the township, rather than to a big hotel. Most tours stop at the must-see District Six Museum.
  • Towering over the city, Table Mountain can be seen no matter where you are. If you’re hiking to the summit, there are different routes for different fitness levels. One of the most popular routes begins at the world-renowned Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden (about four hours). It’s wise to bring your own food and water, as the cafes and restaurants up there are overpriced.
  • Cape Town is surrounded by vineyards producing fine South African wine. Exploring wine routes in the Western Cape takes you through some magnificent countryside. Routes are well signposted. Some of the most popular wine areas are Constantia, Darling, Durbanville, Stellenbosch and Walker Bay. 
  • At the Old Biscuit Mill in Woodstock, the weekly Neighbourgoods Market is a great place to mingle with the locals in this thriving “creative community”. Every Saturday (9am-3pm) there are more than 50 stalls selling local organic food and produce, arts and crafts.
  • When is the best time to fly to Cape Town?

    Peak Season: With its mild climate, Cape Town is popular year-round but cheap flights can be found with advance planning. The peak travel season is from November through January. The area is particularly crowded during school holidays, especially the South African summer holiday period from December to January, so plan your flights and accommodation ahead of time. Easter is another popular holiday time, as are July and August. At the beginning of January, The Cape Minstrels also referred to as the Kaapse Klospe, fill the streets of Cape Town to host an annual display of their historic Second New Year Street Parade. The parades feature thousands of individuals dressed in luminous multicoloured suits, face paint, twirling parasols accompanied by music and contagious beats. For 37 years, individuals have been attending South Africa’s most renowned outdoor social and sporting occasion of the year at Kenilworth Racecourse, and you could too, if you find and book cheap flights to Cape Town during January. The event is a merge of equestrian expertise with high fashion that celebrates bold attitudes. Considered to be the event of the season, it offers enthusiasts the chance to watch the country’s finest racehorses compete whilst basking in the summer sun. Off Season: February through March and October are excellent times to visit because the weather is nice but the city has fewer crowds. This is also a good time to find cheap flights and discounted hotels because tourism is low and the city is looking for visitors. If you plan on staying for at least a week or so you may be able to catch a glimpse of the sun, as winter generally has glorious days mixed in with the gloomy cold ones. Winter is also when you can find the best deals.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Cape Town.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Cape Town if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cape Town on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Cape Town?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cape Town.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town?

    Cape Town Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl typically cost $82, while return flights cost around $173.

  • How much is a return flight to Cape Town?

    A return flight to Cape Town will typically cost around $191, however they can be found for as little as $113.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Cape Town depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Cape Town, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does Cape Town Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Cape Town Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Cape Town Intl?

    Yes. Cape Town Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport is the closest property to Cape Town Intl (0.0 km away from Cape Town Intl).

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