How many flights from Cape Town to Harare are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 3.7% of flights from Cape Town to Harare have been non-stop. For flights that include connections, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that the majority of travelers flying this route will likely have at least one stop during their journey.

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Harare?

The typical direct flight from Cape Town to Harare has a median duration of 3 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 2172 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, generally take longer, with a median duration of 7 hours. Travelers should account for this difference in travel time when planning their journey.

How much more do direct flights from Cape Town to Harare cost?

Historically, direct flights from Cape Town to Harare have been about 12% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is typically $368, while connecting flights have a median price of $329. Direct flights represent a smaller portion of the available options, accounting for about 4.4% of all flights on this route.

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2026-09-01 – 2026-09-04
CPT - Harare
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$419
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Cape Town to Harare: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Harare

Fares for flights from Cape Town to Harare typically range from $273–$501, with a median of $368. Right now, fares are above the typical level, but 51% of recent fares were still classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Cape Town to Harare.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Harare, April stands out with a median fare of $287. Following closely, July offers a median fare of $292, and March presents another favorable option with a median of $309. These months generally provide more economical options for your travel.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Harare takes about 3h 10m, including connections. While direct flights from Cape Town to Harare are uncommon, most itineraries connect at least once. For connecting flights, the median journey time is approximately 7h 0m, with most connecting itineraries involving one stopover.

The distance between Cape Town and Harare is 2172 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that is longer than short-haul but shorter than long-haul international travel, often requiring a few hours in the air.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Harare

Regular price: $470 - $637

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Harare is between $470 and $637. The current lowest deal is $409 with Safair for travel from Sep 10-Sep 14.

now $409

Low $470

High $637

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Harare

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to HRE is October, with a median price of $264. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $606. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $264

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $606

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Harare

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Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Harare

Tue, Sep 1

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CPT - Harare

Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$589

$419

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Harare

Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$470

$434

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Harare

Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$539

$439

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Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$585

$464

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CPT - Harare

Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$467

$465

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Harare

Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

South African Airways

$534

$422

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$582 → $423

27%

3 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 10

$581 → $434

25%

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

$533 → $387

27%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$545 → $408

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Harare

Cape Town - Harare route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to HRE are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $287

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from CPT to HRE, with a median price of $287.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 10m

The typical direct flight from CPT to HRE takes 3 hours and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is one airline that offers direct flights from Cape Town to Harare.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from CPT to HRE are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Cape Town to Harare.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$409

Harare main airports to arrive at

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International is the primary airport for flights arriving in Harare from Cape Town.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$408

Airports nearby Harare used as alternative

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International is a useful alternative within Zimbabwe, avoiding international border crossings.

📍 ~440 km from Harare (reachable by car, approx. 5-6 hours driving).

💸 Flights from ~$594

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Harare

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Harare

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Cape Town to Harare are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $323. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $436, while booking 7-13 days out averages $474. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 28-59 days ahead, with an average of $558.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Cape Town to Harare is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $273. The median price for this route has been $368. Prices typically range, with 75% of deals observed being $501 or less. Keeping an eye out for prices at or below the $273 threshold can help travelers secure a favorable fare.

Historically, April has offered some of the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Harare, with a median price of $287. July also presents a good value, showing a median price of $292. March, with a median price of $309, is another historically affordable month for this route. The annual median price for flights on this route is $368.

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Cape Town to Harare: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Harare

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Harare

Regular price: $470 - $637

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Harare is between $470 and $637. The current lowest deal is $409 with Safair for travel from Sep 10-Sep 14.

now $409

Low $470

High $637

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Harare

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to HRE is October, with a median price of $264. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $606. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $264

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $606

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec