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

Flights from Oakland to Cape Town usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 $1,398 to $5,639. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Oakland and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 10 hours ahead of Oakland (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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 averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include: • Sixt • Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Woodford • Budget

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Oakland to Cape Town?

Qatar Airways ($2,224) and British Airways ($2,448) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Oakland to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Cape Town

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 11

10:15 am - 10:15 amOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

39h 00m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

1:15 pm - 10:10 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

41h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,398Multiple Airlines

Wed, Mar 31 - Sun, Apr 11

7:00 am - 10:15 amOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

7:00 am - 10:10 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

48h 10m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,861Multiple Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 29

7:00 am - 10:30 amOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

7:25 pm - 11:16 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

37h 51m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,224Qatar Airways

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29

6:08 am - 5:25 pmOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

49h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

7:25 pm - 11:16 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

37h 51m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,388Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

1:18 pm - 8:05 amOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

10:10 pm - 10:00 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

33h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,448British Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 29

7:00 am - 10:30 amOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

9:55 am - 5:35 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

41h 40m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,470Qatar Airways

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 29

6:08 am - 5:25 pmOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

49h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

7:00 am - 5:35 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

44h 35m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,637Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 21

1:36 pm - 12:05 pmOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

36h 29m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Istanbul

12:55 am - 11:59 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

33h 04m2 stops Istanbul Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$2,713Multiple Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 29

7:00 am - 12:10 pmOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl London Heathrow

6:55 pm - 9:56 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

37h 01m2 stops London Heathrow Portland

$3,050British Airways

Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22

7:56 pm - 10:30 amOAK Oakland-CPT Cape Town Intl

52h 34m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

9:00 am - 6:06 pmCPT Cape Town Intl-OAK Oakland

43h 06m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$5,639Qatar Airways

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Oakland to Cape Town flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Oakland to Cape Town?: Qatar Airways ($2,224) and British Airways ($2,448) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Oakland to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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When to book flights from Oakland to Cape Town

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Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 Oakland 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 $1,398 to $5,639. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
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 averaging $27 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from Oakland to Cape Town?
Flights from Oakland to Cape Town usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
What is the time difference between Oakland and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 10 hours ahead of Oakland (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Cape Town International Convention Centre, Sea Point Pavilion and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

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