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Cheapest round-trip
$584
Typical prices: $784-$1,017
Condor
Fri 9/21Fri 10/5
CPT - MUC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,480
Typical prices: $951-$1,256
Lufthansa
Fri 11/23Mon 12/24
CPT - MUC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Munich. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Lufthansa
Most punctual • 81% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 10% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg $710 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 15h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Munich (CPT-MUC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Munich

Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:45 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:25 pm - 7:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$584Condor
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 7
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5:45 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:15 am - 8:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$584Condor
Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:45 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:20 pm - 7:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$584Condor
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:45 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:25 pm - 7:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$608Condor
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:45 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:15 am - 7:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$608Condor
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:45 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:20 pm - 7:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$632Condor
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Nov 7
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5:40 pm - 8:15 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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8:45 am - 10:45 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$689Condor
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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5:40 pm - 3:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
21h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:15 am - 8:25 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$689Condor
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 4
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6:00 pm - 9:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
15h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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9:45 pm - 9:30 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m2 stops Hannover Frankfurt am Main
$1,121Lufthansa
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 24
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9:30 am - 7:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
11h 15mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 10:35 amMUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,366Lufthansa
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Munich flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Munich with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Munich?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Munich start at $584. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $784 to $1,017. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $584 on Condor.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Munich?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Munich, it is 2% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Munich?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Munich at $792 round-trip.
  • January ($959) and March ($944) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Munich the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Munich are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Cape Town to Munich

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

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Jessica Macdonald

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Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Daniel Scheffler

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on MUC

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Key details for Cape Town to Munich flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$291
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
Flight from Cape Town to Munich

When to book flights from Cape Town to Munich

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Munich based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Munich flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Cape Town to Munich?

    Only Lufthansa operates flights between Cape Town and Munich.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Munich?

    Flights from Cape Town to Munich usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cape Town to Munich flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Lufthansa: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Munich?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Munich:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cape Town to Munich?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $710 round-trip via London Gatwick (LGW), compared to $1,087 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cape Town to Munich?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $74–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cape Town to Munich?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Munich pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Munich most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 16% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Munich?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the Cape Town to Munich route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $866 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $908, a difference of $42. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cape Town to Munich?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cape Town to Munich route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • What popular places can I visit in Munich?

    Some of the most popular sights in Munich are Oktoberfest, Munich City Centre and Theresienwiese. These are among the most viewed places in Munich on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cape Town to Munich?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cape Town to Munich:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 8:45 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:30 am and lands at 8:45 pm.

    The flight takes about 11h 15m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Munich flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 16% above the route average of $880. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Munich?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Munich takes 11h 15m, covering 5,700 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Munich?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Munich looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Munich are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $391, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Lufthansa’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Cape Town to Munich flights?

    Lufthansa is the only airline operating Cape Town to Munich flights. 81% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Cape Town to Munich?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Munich?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 26m, compared with 15h 40m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 16h 15m via Zurich (ZRH).

  • What car rental options are available at Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)?

    Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Flex To Go
    · Europcar
    · Alamo
    · Avis
    · Sixt

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Munich flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Munich range from $784 to $1,017, with an average of $880 over the past 12 months. Anything below $784 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Cape Town to Munich flights?

    Lufthansa is the only airline on the Cape Town to Munich route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Munich flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Friday flights average $866 - about $42 less than Monday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Munich trip for August. Fares historically average $792 round-trip in that month - typically $167 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $710 round-trip on this route - about $377 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
    - Hilton Munich Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Cape Town to Munich?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl Airport to Munich Franz Josef Strauss Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cape Town Intl to Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Direct returns

Munich Franz Josef Strauss to Cape Town Intl

Monday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Tuesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Wednesday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Thursday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Friday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Saturday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

Sunday

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Cape Town to Munich

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cape Town (CPT)
Munich (MUC)