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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Auckland from $1,347

CPT — AKL
8 Nov — 15 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Auckland

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Auckland

Tue 10/1107:00 -
2 stops34h 40m
Tue 17/1108:35 -
2 stops25h 15m
Deal found 4/10$1,998
Fri 13/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 50m
Sun 31/113:15 -
2 stops32h 15m
Deal found 5/10$2,147
Thu 19/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 50m
Sat 23/113:15 -
2 stops32h 15m
Deal found 7/10$2,188
Mon 2/1114:00 -
2 stops22h 00m
Wed 11/1113:15 -
2 stops44h 35m
Deal found 5/10$2,206
Thu 19/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 50m
Thu 26/1117:45 -
2 stops34h 40m
Deal found 5/10$2,220
Tue 1/1212:35 -
2 stops48h 45m
Mon 1/213:15 -
2 stops32h 15m
Deal found 6/10$2,377
Thu 22/1009:55 -
2 stops26h 00m
Wed 4/1106:40 -
2 stops27h 10m
Deal found 8/10$2,393
Thu 5/1114:00 -
2 stops23h 25m
Thu 12/1106:00 -
2 stops41h 40m
Deal found 7/10$2,398
Thu 24/1213:40 -
1 stop34h 35m
Tue 16/321:05 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 8/10$2,407
Sun 1/1115:55 -
2 stops25h 45m
Sun 8/1108:35 -
2 stops34h 45m
Deal found 4/10$2,425
Wed 4/1112:35 -
2 stops48h 35m
Wed 11/1117:45 -
2 stops51h 45m
Deal found 8/10$2,429

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Auckland

Round-trip from

$1,998

One-way from

$1,347

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,459
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 10/11-17/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Auckland
10/11-31/12
  • 10/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Auckland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($517 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2026

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Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

14:15-04:40

2 stops27h 25m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,347

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

13:35-11:15

1 stop34h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,482

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

06:00-00:40

3 stops31h 40m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,655

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 15/12

18:30-11:15

1 stop29h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,881

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/12

18:30-11:15

1 stop29h 45m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,897

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/12

17:15-05:30

3 stops49h 15m

Auckland Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,984

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

18:25-10:55

1 stop29h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/10

21:10-16:40

1 stop30h 30m

$2,740

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/10

18:25-10:55

2 stops29h 30m

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/10

21:05-16:45

1 stop30h 40m

$2,813

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 15/10

18:25-10:55

1 stop29h 30m

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/10

21:10-22:50

2 stops36h 40m

$2,995

Cape TownAuckland

CPT Cape Town Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

CPTAKL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/12

18:30-11:15

1 stop29h 45m

Auckland Intl

Mon 1/2

06:10-18:00

2 stops46h 50m

$3,016

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Auckland?

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Auckland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Auckland?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Auckland (average of $2,123). Flying from Cape Town to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,814). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Auckland?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Auckland flights typically cost between $2,232 and $2,593 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,998 on Qantas Airways (10 Nov–17 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Auckland, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.1

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

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  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Auckland?

    A quick flight from Cape Town to Auckland can take about 29h 30m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $2,740. There are 11739 km between Cape Town and Auckland.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Auckland round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Auckland is South African. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,529 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,978 and $2,003 round-trip. South African is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $990 on South African. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Singapore Airlines from $1,232 and Emirates from $1,316 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Auckland?

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