Are direct flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Antananarivo flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even different weeks. Avoiding peak travel times may also result in better fares.

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Antananarivo flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these fees upfront can prevent surprises.

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2026-11-18 – 2026-12-02
CPT - Antananarivo
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$827
$800
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Cape Town to Antananarivo: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

A typical journey from Cape Town to Antananarivo takes about 16h 0m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3317 km. Most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, with a median of 2 connections when not flying direct. New deals for this route appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities to find flights.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo, right now, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $585–$867, with a median of $656. Currently, about 24% of recent fares are classified as a good price.

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo is often in March, with a median fare of $448. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $458. Travelers can also find more affordable options in January, where the median fare is $598.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Regular price: $663 - $1,197

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo is $663 to $1197. The current lowest deal is $778 via kayak for travel from Jan 27-Jan 31.

now $778

Low $663

High $1,197

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to TNR is March, with a median price of $448. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $998. Prices are generally lower from January to July.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $448

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $998

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Airlink

South African Airways

Airfreight Express

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Safair

$875

$1,007

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Safair

$870

$929

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Safair

$870

$975

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Airlink

$910

$899

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Airlink

$907

$839

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Airlink

$853

$868

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$937 → $870

6 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 16

$896 → $836

2 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 11

$867 → $812

7 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 9

$873 → $825

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Cape Town - Antananarivo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Antananarivo are above the typical level at $778.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for prices around $448

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo, at $448.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 16h 0m

Flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 16h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are available from various providers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers connecting flights

Airlink has 34 connecting deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a good option for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,029

Antananarivo main airports to arrive at

Ivato International (TNR)

Cheapest

Ivato International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Antananarivo.

📍 ~10 km from Antananarivo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,029

Airports nearby Antananarivo used as alternative

Toamasina (TMM)

Toamasina (TMM) is the most practical mainland alternative due to its relative proximity to Antananarivo.

📍 ~210 km from Antananarivo (road travel is time-consuming)

💸 Flights from ~$1,148

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Antananarivo

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From CPT

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Dec 06

Antananarivo, Madagascar

76% AI deal score

$2,760

$2,095

Save $665

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 01

Antananarivo, Madagascar

76% AI deal score

$2,829

$2,142

Save $687

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

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Aug 30

Antananarivo, Madagascar

76% AI deal score

$2,763

$2,240

Save $523

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 01

Antananarivo, Madagascar

76% AI deal score

$3,035

$2,435

Save $600

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

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Feb 16

Antananarivo, Madagascar

75% AI deal score

$2,556

$2,227

Save $329

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 25

Antananarivo, Madagascar

75% AI deal score

$2,621

$2,240

Save $381

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 02

Antananarivo, Madagascar

75% AI deal score

$2,763

$2,303

Save $460

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

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Sep 22

Antananarivo, Madagascar

74% AI deal score

$2,621

$2,321

Save $300

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 07

Antananarivo, Madagascar

74% AI deal score

$2,731

$2,350

Save $381

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 29

Antananarivo, Madagascar

73% AI deal score

$2,767

$2,432

Save $335

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 30

Antananarivo, Madagascar

73% AI deal score

$2,763

$2,478

Save $285

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 15

Antananarivo, Madagascar

72% AI deal score

$2,737

$2,667

Save $70

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Antananarivo

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and online travel agencies can also help uncover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your departure, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends may be beneficial. Last-minute bookings usually carry a higher cost.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative routes or more competitive prices. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this option.

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Cape Town to Antananarivo: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Regular price: $663 - $1,197

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo is $663 to $1197. The current lowest deal is $778 via kayak for travel from Jan 27-Jan 31.

now $778

Low $663

High $1,197

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to TNR is March, with a median price of $448. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $998. Prices are generally lower from January to July.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $448

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $998

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Airlink

South African Airways

Airfreight Express

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Safair

$875

$1,007

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Safair

$870

$929

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Safair

$870

$975

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Airlink

$910

$899

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Airlink

$907

$839

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Antananarivo

Cape Town (CPT) - Antananarivo (TNR)

Airlink

$853

$868

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 29 - Aug 31

$937 → $870

6 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 16

$896 → $836

2 nights

Nov 9 - Nov 11

$867 → $812

7 nights

Oct 2 - Oct 9

$873 → $825

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Cape Town - Antananarivo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Antananarivo are above the typical level at $778.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for prices around $448

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo, at $448.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 16h 0m

Flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 16h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are available from various providers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers connecting flights

Airlink has 34 connecting deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a good option for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,029

Antananarivo main airports to arrive at

Ivato International (TNR)

Cheapest

Ivato International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Antananarivo.

📍 ~10 km from Antananarivo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,029

Airports nearby Antananarivo used as alternative

Toamasina (TMM)

Toamasina (TMM) is the most practical mainland alternative due to its relative proximity to Antananarivo.

Antananarivo, Madagascar

72% AI deal score

$2,737

$2,667

Save $70

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Antananarivo

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Cape Town to Antananarivo: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Antananarivo

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Direct flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Antananarivo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Cape Town - Antananarivo route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for prices around $448

Connecting flights average 16h 0m

Connecting flights only

Airlink offers connecting flights

Deals appear frequently

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Antananarivo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Antananarivo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Antananarivo

Best Elite deals to Antananarivo

Dec 06

Sep 01

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Antananarivo

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo?

Are direct flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Antananarivo flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Antananarivo flights?

Related routes

More routes from Cape Town

Flights to Antananarivo from other cities

Cape Town to Antananarivo: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Antananarivo

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Direct flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Antananarivo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Antananarivo

Cape Town - Antananarivo route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for prices around $448

Connecting flights average 16h 0m

Connecting flights only

Airlink offers connecting flights

Deals appear frequently

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Antananarivo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Antananarivo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Antananarivo

Best Elite deals to Antananarivo

Dec 06

Sep 01

Aug 30

Sep 01

Feb 16

Sep 25

Sep 02

Sep 22

Sep 07

Aug 29

Aug 30

Dec 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Antananarivo

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Antananarivo?