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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Cape Town from $1,205

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CPT
10 May — 17 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 April 2026.

Sun 3/508:20
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Emirates
Sun 24/518:25
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops36h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$2,245
Thu 21/515:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/518:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops34h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$2,247
Wed 20/506:05
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops63h 25m
Emirates
Wed 27/518:25
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops34h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4$2,259
Sun 3/509:00
AKL
-
CPT
3 stops60h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 24/516:35
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops56h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,267
Sun 24/515:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Emirates
Sun 31/518:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops36h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 9/4$2,271
Wed 14/1018:20
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops33h 20m
Emirates
Wed 28/1020:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop28h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4$2,289
Sat 23/515:15
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops35h 25m
Emirates
Sat 30/518:25
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops33h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 8/4$2,296
Mon 25/516:05
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops34h 35m
Emirates
Mon 1/618:25
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops32h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 9/4$2,319
Thu 21/508:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/513:30
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,327
Mon 23/1115:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops36h 00m
Emirates
Fri 27/1120:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops31h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$2,392
Thu 23/710:50
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 18/810:40
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops36h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,428
Sat 21/1118:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 40m
Emirates
Tue 24/1120:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops31h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 9/4$2,447

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Cape Town

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Cape Town flight deals. Data was last updated 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,245

One-way from

$1,205

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,401
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 3/5-24/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 78h 45m total
  • New Zealand to Cape Town
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($390 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 10 April 2026.
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AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Wed 20/5

06:05-11:30

2 stops63h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

18:25-15:05

2 stops34h 40m

$2,259

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 23/5

06:10-16:40

2 stops44h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

13:15-09:55

1 stop34h 40m

$2,308

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/5

13:25-16:40

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 12/5

18:25-15:05

2 stops34h 40m

$2,377

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

06:20-16:40

2 stops44h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

18:25-14:45

2 stops34h 20m

$2,387

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

08:20-11:30

3 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

13:15-16:25

2 stops41h 10m

$2,390

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 9/6

20:30-11:30

1 stop49h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/6

18:25-09:55

1 stop29h 30m

$2,396

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/7

22:15-17:30

1 stop29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/8

19:30-19:35

1 stop38h 05m

$2,426

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 28/7

22:15-17:30

1 stop29h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/8

13:15-19:35

1 stop44h 20m

$2,426

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

10:50-09:25

2 stops32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

10:40-09:30

2 stops36h 50m

$2,428

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Fri 22/5

20:30-16:40

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

18:25-14:05

2 stops33h 40m

$2,471

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Cape Town

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cape Town (average of $1,566). Flying from New Zealand to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,927). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 10 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Zealand to Cape Town, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,018 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,491 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from New Zealand?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 15.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New Zealand to Cape Town.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Cape Town?

    Departing from New Zealand to Cape Town will take you 32h 35m. There are 10997 km between New Zealand and Cape Town. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Singapore Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $949. Qantas Airways flights start at $1,014 while deals on Emirates start at $1,131 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Cape Town (average of $1,566). Flying from New Zealand to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,927). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from New Zealand to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,676Average$2,442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,686Average$2,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,789Average$2,544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,803Average$2,363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,048Average$2,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,572Average$3,937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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