What's the typical flight distance from Cape Town?

Historically, flights departing from Cape Town are predominantly long-haul. Approximately 76% of flights from this origin are categorized as long-haul. Medium-haul flights make up about 10% of routes, while short-haul flights account for 14%. These percentages reflect the typical flight distances observed in the trailing 90 days.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Cape Town?

Historically, for international travel from Cape Town, some of the most affordable options are found within Southern Africa. For instance, flights to Windhoek, Namibia, typically have a median price of $229. Other relatively inexpensive international destinations include Gaborone, Botswana, with a median price of $303, and Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, at $324. These prices are based on trends observed over the trailing quarter.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cape Town?

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town, with an average price of $735. This represents a potential savings of 33% compared to the annual median average price of $1090. February is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $812. These trends are based on historical data across the trailing quarter.

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CPT

Port Elizabeth

South Africa • Jul 2026

$97

$36

One-way

CPT

Johannesburg

South Africa • Jul 2026

$127

$40

One-way

CPT

Durban

South Africa • Jul 2026

$149

$40

One-way

CPT

East London

South Africa • Jul 2026

$154

$48

One-way

CPT

George

South Africa • Jul 2026

$114

$51

One-way

CPT

Johannesburg

South Africa • Jul 2026

$138

$55

One-way

CPT

Bloemfontein

South Africa • Jul 2026

$109

$58

One-way

CPT

Nelspruit

South Africa • Jul 2026

$124

$60

One-way

CPT

Kimberley, Northern Cape

South Africa • Aug 2026

$73

$91

One-way

CPT

Hoedspruit, Limpopo

South Africa • Jul 2026

$448

$96

One-way

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Flights from Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town

Just 12.3% of recent fares from Cape Town are non-stop, indicating that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers. This means that if you are looking for cheap flights from Cape Town, you will most likely find more options and potentially better prices by considering routes with layovers.

Right now, the cheapest fares from Cape Town start at $79 for a roundtrip to Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Other economical options include flights to George, South Africa, with fares beginning at $107, and trips to Johannesburg, South Africa, where prices start from $109. These prices reflect the current market for flights from Cape Town.

Travelers from Cape Town can reach a broad network of 443 unique cities across 82 countries, based on data from the last 90 days. The most frequently featured country in recent fares is South Africa, accounting for 40% of all deals. Other significant destinations include Namibia, representing 6% of recent fares, and Zimbabwe, with a 4% share.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Cape Town has been Doha, Qatar. Following closely in popularity are routes to Rome, Italy, and London, United Kingdom, which also appear often in recent flight deals from Cape Town. These destinations consistently show up in fare observations, suggesting they are popular choices for travelers departing from Cape Town.

The majority of routes from Cape Town are long-distance international trips, with 76% of recent fares classified as long-haul. Shorter flights make up a smaller portion of the market, with 14% being short-haul and 10% falling into the medium-haul category. This distribution highlights that most flight opportunities from Cape Town involve significant travel distances.

Most popular airlines from Cape Town

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British Airways

KLM

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Fri, Jul 24

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CPT - Providence

Cape Town (CPT) - Providence (PVD)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$2,058

$1,109

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

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CPT - Cairo

Cape Town (CPT) - Cairo (CAI)

Ethiopian Airlines

$912

$557

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

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CPT - Poznań

Cape Town (CPT) - Poznań (POZ)

KLM

$1,528

$826

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

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CPT - Chicago

Cape Town (CPT) - Chicago (MDW)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,751

$969

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

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CPT - Houston

Cape Town (CPT) - Houston (HOU)

Virgin Atlantic

$1,952

$1,014

One-way

Sat, Jul 25

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CPT - Umeå

Cape Town (CPT) - Umeå (UME)

KLM

$1,956

$1,080

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Cape Town

Bangkok

TOP

Thailand • May 2027

from

$654

Shanghai

TOP

China • May 2027

from

$676

Amsterdam

TOP

Netherlands • Oct 2026

from

$715

Stockholm

TOP

Sweden • Sep 2026

from

$734

Almaty

TOP

Kazakhstan • Aug 2026

from

$767

Seoul

TOP

South Korea • Feb 2027

from

$873

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Cape Town

-46%

CPT - Hays

$2,666 → $1,430

-58%

CPT - Tokyo

$2,069 → $869

-60%

CPT - Almaty

$1,907 → $767

-45%

CPT - Dayton

$2,412 → $1,318

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Watch fares to Port Elizabeth

Flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth currently start at $79.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb, Mar, Jan

Flights from Cape Town tend to be cheaper in February, March, and January.

⏱️ Best time to book

0-2 weeks in advance

Booking 0-2 weeks in advance from CPT tends to be cheapest.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Comair, Safair, South African Airways, British Airways

A mix of low-cost and full-service carriers offers diverse options from Cape Town.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$42 direct / ~$79 roundtrip

Cheapest flights from Cape Town are to domestic destinations within South Africa, like Port Elizabeth.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Mon - Sun - Tue

Flights from CPT are cheapest on Monday, Sunday, and Tuesday, with fares as low as $41.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International is ideal for travelers seeking direct flights from Cape Town to various destinations.

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

💸 Flights from ~$79

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

George (GRJ)

George Airport is the closest alternative to Cape Town, offering reliable domestic connections to major South African hubs.

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

💸 Flights from ~$103

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a larger regional airport with more frequent domestic services, though it is a substantial distance.

📍 ~663 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$79

Upington (UTN)

Upington Airport offers an alternative domestic departure point, but has very limited flight frequency and destination variety.

📍 ~671 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$325

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Sharm El Sheikh

Egypt • Jul 2026

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$3,472

$2,079

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From CPT

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Luxor

Egypt • Jul 2026

93% AI deal score

$3,981

$2,370

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Alexandria

Egypt • Aug 2026

93% AI deal score

$3,683

$2,067

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Dublin

Ireland • Jul 2026

91% AI deal score

$3,090

$2,246

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Stockholm

Sweden • Jul 2026

91% AI deal score

$7,179

$4,765

Save $2,414

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Lisbon

Portugal • Mar 2027

90% AI deal score

$3,889

$2,369

Save $1,520

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São Paulo

Brazil • Sep 2026

90% AI deal score

$4,687

$2,323

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Dakar

Senegal • Aug 2026

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$3,491

$2,485

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Lisbon

Portugal • Jul 2026

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$7,733

$4,799

Save $2,934

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Paris

France • Nov 2026

90% AI deal score

$8,063

$4,926

Save $3,137

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Barcelona

Spain • Jul 2026

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$6,499

$4,776

Save $1,723

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Dublin

Ireland • Jul 2026

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$6,167

$4,769

Save $1,398

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Copenhagen

Denmark • Jul 2026

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$5,913

$4,812

Save $1,101

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Bordeaux

France • Jul 2026

90% AI deal score

$7,698

$4,988

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Rome

Italy • Sep 2026

89% AI deal score

$2,895

$2,069

Save $826

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Glasgow

United Kingdom • Jul 2026

89% AI deal score

$2,848

$2,306

Save $542

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Funchal

Portugal • Aug 2026

89% AI deal score

$7,289

$4,857

Save $2,432

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Amsterdam

Netherlands • Jul 2026

89% AI deal score

$6,159

$4,848

Save $1,311

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Luxembourg

Luxembourg • Jul 2026

89% AI deal score

$6,960

$4,769

Save $2,191

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Manchester

United Kingdom • Oct 2026

88% AI deal score

$2,495

$2,055

Save $440

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Cairo

Egypt • Aug 2026

84% AI deal score

$2,542

$2,067

Save $475

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Madrid

Spain • Sep 2026

84% AI deal score

$2,993

$2,321

Save $672

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Porto

Portugal • Aug 2026

83% AI deal score

$2,841

$2,246

Save $595

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Mumbai

India • Oct 2026

83% AI deal score

$3,902

$1,966

Save $1,936

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Edinburgh

United Kingdom • Sep 2026

81% AI deal score

$2,555

$2,297

Save $258

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Manama

Bahrain • Sep 2026

79% AI deal score

$2,398

$2,278

Save $120

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong • Oct 2026

76% AI deal score

$2,602

$2,458

Save $144

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Dubai

United Arab Emirates • Sep 2026

74% AI deal score

$2,783

$2,337

Save $446

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Amman

Jordan • Sep 2026

74% AI deal score

$2,433

Ethiopian

Business Class

Booking Flights from Cape Town: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers departing from Cape Town have found several destinations for under $250. For example, flights to Durban typically have a median price of $142, while Johannesburg flights average around $169. Other affordable options include Upington at a median of $187 and East London at $190. These prices reflect trends observed across the trailing quarter.

From Cape Town, you can typically reach a wide array of destinations, spanning 82 unique countries and 443 distinct cities. Historically, flights within South Africa account for approximately 40% of the available routes. Other prominent countries for flights include Namibia, representing about 6% of destinations, and Zimbabwe, which makes up 4% of the routes available in the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, some of the most frequently served routes from Cape Town include destinations such as Doha in Qatar and Rome in Italy. London, United Kingdom, also stands out as a popular route. These destinations consistently show high availability for travelers departing from Cape Town.

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From ~$42 direct / ~$79 roundtrip

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