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Today’s best flight deals from Mthatha to Cape Town

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Mthatha to Cape Town

October 13 - October 22

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

UTT - Cape Town

$264

$450

Round trip

November 4 - November 10

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$265

$450

Round trip

November 4 - November 12

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$264

$450

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October 30 - November 19

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$251

$450

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November 11 - November 12

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$266

$450

Round trip

November 1 - November 10

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$266

$450

Round trip

October 13 - November 10

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

UTT - Cape Town

$247

$450

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November 1 - November 19

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$251

$450

Round trip

November 9 - November 12

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$267

$450

Round trip

October 30 - November 10

Cheapest
Best

UTT - Cape Town

$255

$450

Round trip

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How much is a round trip from Mthatha to Cape Town

Regular price: $221 - $392

Prices for flights from Mthatha to Cape Town are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 221 USD and 392 USD. The current lowest deal is 450 USD with Airlink, for travel from Oct 13 to Oct 22.

now $450

Low $221

High $392

The cheapest time to fly from Mthatha to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from UTT to CPT is September, with a median price of $396. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $449. Prices are generally lower from May to September.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $396

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $449

May
Jun
Sep

Direct flights from Mthatha to Cape Town

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Last-minute flights going from Mthatha to Cape Town

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Cape Town

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Cape Town (CPT)

Airlink

$236

$614

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Cape Town

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Cape Town (CPT)

Airlink

$230

$514

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Cape Town

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Cape Town (CPT)

Airlink

$235

$455

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Cape Town

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Cape Town (CPT)

Airlink

$253

$451

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Cape Town

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Cape Town (CPT)

Airlink

$264

$450

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

UTT - Cape Town

Airlink

Mthatha (UTT) - Cape Town (CPT)

Airlink

$247

$450

One-way

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

13 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 14

$298  →  $453

52%

3 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 12

$267  →  $450

69%

1 night

Nov 11 - Nov 12

$266  →  $450

69%

9 nights

Nov 1 - Nov 10

$266  →  $450

69%

Popular Airports to fly from Mthatha to Cape Town

Mthatha - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Mthatha to Cape Town are above the typical level at $450.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices for Mthatha to Cape Town flights at $396.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 11h 5m

The typical flight duration with connections from Mthatha to Cape Town is 11 hours 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers connecting flights on this route

Airlink provides connecting flights from Mthatha to Cape Town with 54 deals found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Mthatha to Cape Town are rare, so book when you see a good price.

Mthatha main airports to depart from

Mthatha (UTT)

Cheapest

Mthatha Airport is a convenient choice for direct flights to Cape Town.

📍 ~10 km from Mthatha (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$450

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Mthatha to Cape Town.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$450

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cape Town International is the primary airport for Cape Town, offering extensive flight networks and close proximity to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$450

George (GRJ)

George Airport is a regional alternative with reliable domestic connections, though it requires significant travel time to Cape Town.

📍 ~365 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$445

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a major regional hub, serving as a secondary backup for the Eastern Cape region.

📍 ~660 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$430

Upington (UTN)

Upington Airport is an alternative regional strip in the Northern Cape, but it is extremely remote from Cape Town.

📍 ~850 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$667

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

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 you identify better deals. Look out for sales or promotions that may be available.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's a good idea to monitor prices over time. Mid-week bookings may also offer slight savings compared to weekend purchases.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it can be a useful strategy if your primary airports show higher prices. Always factor in the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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