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Cheapest round-trip
$382
Typical prices: $400-$618
South African
Tue 10/9Tue 11/6
HRE - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$681
Typical prices: $599-$721
Airlink
Sat 12/29Thu 1/4
HRE - CPT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Airlink. Average duration is 3h 15m
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Most punctual • 96% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $432 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harare to Cape Town (HRE-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Harare to Cape Town

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Nov 6
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12:40 pm - 11:35 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:00 am - 11:45 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$382South African
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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11:55 am - 1:00 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 am - 3:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
32h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$402Kenya Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:55 am - 10:10 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:25 pm - 3:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
25h 05m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$402Kenya Airways
Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:40 pm - 6:55 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:10 am - 9:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
13h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$404South African
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:40 pm - 6:35 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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11:05 am - 9:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
10h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$406Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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12:40 pm - 8:20 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:30 am - 9:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
15h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$419Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 3
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3:30 pm - 10:20 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:25 am - 2:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
5h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$502FlySafair
Fri, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 3
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3:30 pm - 10:20 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:25 am - 2:30 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
5h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$502FlySafair
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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5:05 pm - 10:50 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:05 am - 12:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
6h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$534Airlink
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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10:50 am - 7:55 pmHRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:05 am - 12:40 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
6h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$534Airlink
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Price, demand and travel trends for Harare to Cape Town flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Harare to Cape Town start at $382. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $400 to $618. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $382 on South African.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Cape Town, it is 4% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Cape Town at $383 round-trip.
  • December ($598) and August ($539) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Harare to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Harare to Cape Town are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Harare to Cape Town

 
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Duncan Madden

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Key details for Harare to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$223
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Harare to Cape Town

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Your Harare to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

  • Where can I eat at Cape Town International Airport?

    CPT has various notable eatery options in its faculty to care for your rumbling stomach. If you're hungry while at CPT and looking for a spot to get a drink or bite, you can use CPT's restaurants. Ocean Basket, Wimpy, Soaring Hawk Spur Steak Ranch, Bistro, Mugg and Bean, and Primi Cafe are the restaurants in CPT. The Airport's restaurants run at different operational hours.

  • Does Cape Town International Airport have a hotel in its faculty?

    Yes. CPT has two hotels on its premise; Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport and Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport. Hotel Verde is approximately 0.2 miles from CPT in a restored Wetland, and Road Lodge is about 0.8 miles from CPT at Adjoining BP Service and Filling Station. The hotel's air-conditioned guest rooms have a comfy bed, flat screen TV, work desk, complimentary wireless Internet, and complimentary toiletries. The 24h serviced hotels also feature a bar, fitness center, restaurant, and business center. Moreover, the hotels provide round-trip shuttle services from CPT to the hotels.

  • Does Cape Town International Airport have a car rental center?

    Yes. If you want to rent a car while in Cape Town CPT car rental center facilitates travelers to drop off and pick up rented cars at the Airport. CPT has several onsite and offsite rental car facilities with local and international car rental companies. Onsite car rental companies at CPT include Green Motion, Hertz, SIXT, Europcar, 1First Car Rental, Avis, Tempest Car Hire, Firefly, Keddy by Europcar, and Bidvest. Offsite car companies include Europcar, Budget, Firefly, Avis, Tempest Car Hire, Keddy by Europcar, and SIXT, accessible through the rental companies' complimentary shuttle service.

  • Does Cape Town International Airport offer accessible services?

    Yes. CPT is compliant with standards needed by passengers with limited mobility. CPT offers low gradient ramps, travelators, and dedicated lifts at all levels. CPT also provides wheelchair assistance and assistance staff to help patrons with limited mobility through the Airport.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Harare to Cape Town flights?

    Among airlines operating Harare to Cape Town flights:

    • Airlink: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Harare to Cape Town?

    Only Airlink operates flights between Harare and Cape Town.

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

    Flights from Harare to Cape Town usually depart from Harare (HRE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qatar Airways: 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 Harare to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Harare to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $432 round-trip via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared to $656 for nonstop.

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

    The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Airlink and Qatar Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

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

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

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 99% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 1% of one-stop connections
    • Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE) - 0% of one-stop connections
    • Manzini King Mswati III Intl (SHO) - 0% of one-stop connections

    Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Harare to Cape Town route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $478 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $540, a difference of $62. 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 Harare to Cape Town?

    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 Harare to Cape Town route, 4% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 23 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Harare to Cape Town spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Harare to Cape Town flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:25 am and lands at 12:40 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:25 am and lands at 12:40 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 15m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 20% above the route average of $495. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Harare to Cape Town takes 3h 15m, covering 1,349 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Harare to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $382 to $2,831. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Harare to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $284.

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

    Airlink is the only airline operating Harare to Cape Town flights. 96% of its flights are on time.

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

    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 Harare to Cape Town?

    Flying via Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 45m via Manzini King Mswati III Intl (SHO) and 7h 09m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Round-trip flights from Harare to Cape Town range from $400 to $618, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $400 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Harare to Cape Town 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 Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $478 - about $62 less than Saturday (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harare to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average $383 round-trip in that month - typically $215 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $432 round-trip on this route - about $223 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport
    - Mbalentle
  • On your flight connecting Harare to Cape Town, you can relax on the plane and sidetrack yourself with entertainment. Enjoy the countless shows, movies, and more on live TV and streaming on the flight through personal entertainment devices. South African airline facilitates the entertainment trait for this flight route.
  • On the day you're departing from Harare to Cape Town, reaching Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) approximately 3 hours before your plane’s departure time would be optimal. It will permit you adequate time to check in at the HRE, walk through the engrossed airport security checkpoint, and board your plane in time.
  • A non-direct flight from Harare to Cape Town will include at least one layover stop. This route's most common layover cities are Durban and Johannesburg.
  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is one of South Africa’s and Africa’s busiest airports, serving Cape Town City. CPT has two terminals; one handles international flights, located on the northern side of CPT, while the other handles domestic flights, located on the southern side of CPT. A central terminal links the two terminals, housing all the self-service kiosks and check-in desks. At the lower level of CPT's international and domestic terminals is a shuttle bus that transports travelers to and from remotely stationed planes.
  • While at CPT and you need specific assistance or information, you should head to the information counters. CPT visible information desks are in the central terminals on the upper level (departure level) and lower level (arrival level).

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