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 were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that the majority of travelers on this route can expect to have at least one connection 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 duration of 3 hours and 10 minutes, covering a distance of 2172 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging around 7 hours. Travelers should account for these differences 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 approximately 12% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight has been $368, while connecting flights averaged $329. Direct flights accounted for about 4.4% of the available options in the trailing 90 days, indicating they are less common but offer a premium for convenience.

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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, prices are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 51% of recent fares are considered a good price, indicating a fair chance of finding a competitive offer.

When looking for cheap flights from Cape Town to Harare, the data indicates that April is often the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $287. July follows closely with a median of $292, and March also presents a good option at a median of $309. These months tend to offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Harare takes about 3h 10m for direct flights. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, a typical journey including connections can be significantly longer. The median connecting flight time is 7h 0m, with most connecting itineraries involving 1 stopover.

The route from Cape Town to Harare covers a distance of 2172 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short domestic hop but not a full intercontinental trip.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Harare

Regular price: $415 - $583

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Harare are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Cape Town to Harare typically range from 415 USD to 583 USD. The current lowest deal is 361 USD with Safair, for travel from Jul 26-Jul 28.

now $361

Low $415

High $583

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Harare

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

October

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Flights from $264

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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

Sun, Jul 26

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Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$479

$361

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Harare

Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$480

$364

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

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Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$478

$394

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$479

$380

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Safair

$399

$398

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Mon, Jul 27

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Cape Town (CPT) - Harare (HRE)

Safair

$478

$399

One-way

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

5 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 10

$639 → $417

35%

6 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 14

$605 → $388

36%

7 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 15

$603 → $388

36%

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

$635 → $421

34%

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 for Cape Town to Harare are above the typical level, with a median price of $368.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $264

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Harare, with a median price of $264.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 10m

Direct flights from Cape Town to Harare typically take 3h 10m, while connecting flights average 7h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.7% of recent flights from Cape Town to Harare are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Harare are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$334

Harare main airports to arrive at

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$334

Airports nearby Harare used as alternative

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Cheapest

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ) is a useful alternative within Zimbabwe, eliminating international border crossing requirements.

📍 ~370 km from Harare (significant driving distance, approx. 5-6 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$556

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 prices rise to an average of $436. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days out generally results in higher average prices of $558, while booking 60+ days in advance averages around $449.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Cape Town to Harare is considered to be $273 or less. The median price for this route has been $368. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $501 or less. By comparing your flight options to these historical benchmarks, you can better assess whether you're getting a favorable price.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Harare include April, with a median price of $287, and July, with a median price of $292. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $309. The overall annual median price for this route is $368, indicating that these months typically offer savings compared to the yearly average.

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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: $415 - $583

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Harare are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Cape Town to Harare typically range from 415 USD to 583 USD. The current lowest deal is 361 USD with Safair, for travel from Jul 26-Jul 28.

now $361

Low $415

High $583

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Harare

October

Cheapest

Flights from $264

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $606

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec