Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Cape Town . Flying to Cape Town in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to Cape Town?

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The price you pay for your flight to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 70 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 2

What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town?

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For a flight to Cape Town, you will be flying into Cape Town Intl. Cape Town Intl (CPT) is just 15.6 km from the centre of the city.

Question 3

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Cape Town. Flying to Cape Town in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 4

Can I find cheaper flights to Cape Town if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Cape Town on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 5

What is the best airline to fly to Cape Town?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Cape Town.

Question 6

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town?

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Cape Town Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Cape Town. One-way flights to Cape Town Intl typically cost $81, while return flights cost around $172.

Question 7

How much is a return flight to Cape Town?

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A return flight to Cape Town will typically cost around $114, however they can be found for as little as $103.

Question 8

Where does the fastest flight to Cape Town depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to Cape Town, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 50 minutes).

Question 9

Does Cape Town Intl have rental cars?

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Yes. Those touching down at Cape Town Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 10

Are there hotels close to Cape Town Intl?

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Yes. Cape Town Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport is the closest property to Cape Town Intl (0.0 km away from Cape Town Intl).

Question 11

When is the cheapest time to fly to Cape Town?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Cape Town should consider flying on Friday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Question 12

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town?

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The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town are Singapore Airlines, Emirates and South African.

Question 13

How long is the flight to Cape Town?

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On average, a flight from Auckland to Cape Town takes 26 hours 50 minutes. Flights to Cape Town from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 14

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Cape Town?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town are Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines and South African.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Question 17

When is the best time to fly to Cape Town?

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Peak Season:

With its mild climate, Cape Town is popular year-round, but you can find cheap flights to Cape Town by planning ahead. The peak travel season is from November to end of January and it is particularly crowded during school holidays, especially the local summer holiday period from December 1 to January 15. Easter, July and August are also busy.

Off Season:

From February to March and in October,  the weather is pleasant, there are fewer crowds are and you can find cheap flights to Cape Town and good hotel deals. The best deals can be found in winter, which still enjoys glorious days among the gloomy ones.

Return from	$1,952
One-way from	$1,252
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$2,259

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