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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

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Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

November 26 - December 2

Cheapest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$275

$411

Round trip

November 26 - December 6

Cheapest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$269

$411

Round trip

November 26 - December 1

Cheapest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$276

$411

Round trip

October 15 - November 4

Best
Earliest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$307

$412

Round trip

October 15 - November 12

Best
Earliest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$307

$412

Round trip

October 15 - November 9

Best
Earliest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$307

$413

Round trip

November 26 - November 30

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$272

$413

Round trip

October 15 - November 11

Best
Earliest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$307

$415

Round trip

October 15 - October 30

Best
Earliest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$309

$415

Round trip

October 15 - October 27

Best
Earliest

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

$312

$415

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg, June stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $172. July is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $177. Following these, September presents another good option with a median fare of $185, making these three months the cheapest times to fly this route.
Right now, fares for flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg typically range from $195–$205, with a median price of $202. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.
Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you should generally expect a layover when planning your trip.
A typical journey from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg takes approximately 5h 20m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most flights on this route involve at least one stopover, so travelers should factor in this total travel time.
The distance between Cape Town and Pietermaritzburg is 1213 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, making it a relatively quick journey within the region.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Regular price: $228 - $399

Prices are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg is between $228 and $399. The current lowest deal is $411 with Airlink, for travel from Nov 26-Dec 1.

now $411

Low $228

High $399

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to PZB is June, with a median price of $172. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $259. Prices are generally lower from June to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $172

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $259

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

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Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

SafairSafair

Cape Town (CPT) - Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Safair, Airlink

$339

$435

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

Safair

Cape Town (CPT) - Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Safair

$313

$560

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

Safair

Cape Town (CPT) - Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Safair

$313

$606

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

Airfreight ExpressAirfreight Express

Cape Town (CPT) - Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Airfreight Express, Airlink

$315

$487

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

TransAsia Airways

Cape Town (CPT) - Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

TransAsia Airways

$314

$491

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Pietermaritzburg

Safair

Cape Town (CPT) - Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Safair

$293

$451

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

1 night

Jun 18 - Jun 19

$339  →  $435

28%

12 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 27

$312  →  $415

33%

20 nights

Oct 15 - Nov 4

$307  →  $412

34%

28 nights

Oct 15 - Nov 12

$307  →  $412

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg

Cape Town - Pietermaritzburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg are above the typical level, at $411.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the cheapest fares

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg, at $172.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 5h 20m

Connecting flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg typically take 5h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals on connecting flights

Deals for connecting flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg are frequent, with 0.77 deals per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers connecting flights

Airlink historically offers connecting flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider connecting flights

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Pietermaritzburg.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$411

Pietermaritzburg main airports to arrive at

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Cheapest

Pietermaritzburg Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg.

📍 ~5 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$411

Airports nearby Pietermaritzburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International is a practical alternative with higher flight frequency and more airline choices than PZB.

📍 ~75 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

O. R. Tambo International is a primary aviation hub, often providing lower fares for long-haul flights.

📍 ~400 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$129

Richards Bay (RCB)

Richards Bay is a regional alternative within the same province, useful for specific domestic connections.

📍 ~180 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$381

Margate (MGH)

Margate is a regional alternative for travel within the province, but with very limited flight frequency.

📍 ~100 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$436

Lanseria International (HLA)

Cheapest

Lanseria International is a secondary hub for the Johannesburg area, often used by low-cost carriers.

📍 ~400 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$125

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Pietermaritzburg

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help uncover better deals. Sometimes, flying on weekdays or during off-peak hours may result in lower fares.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Monitoring price trends for your desired route can help you decide on an optimal booking time. Prices may fluctuate, so regular checks are useful.

Comparing flights to and from nearby airports can sometimes reveal more economical travel options. While it might add to ground transportation, the savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering alternative airports.

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