Question 1

How long is the flight to Cape Town?

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The duration of your flight to Cape Town depends on your departure and arrival airports. Obviously any flights that include a layover will also be longer. The most popular routes to Cape Town on KAYAK are from Newark, which takes 14h 20m, Los Angeles, which takes 24h 05m, New York, which takes 24h 10m, and San Francisco, which takes 25h 38m.

Question 2

What is the cheapest flight to Cape Town?

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In the last 3 days, the cheapest flight deal to Cape Town was found on the route from New York, at $548 one-way and $855 return. The most popular connection is from Newark to Cape Town and KAYAK users have found round-trip deals for as low as $902 in the last 3 days. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How far is Cape Town from central Cape Town?

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The distance between Cape Town and downtown Cape Town is 10 miles. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What is the name of Cape Town’s airport?

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All flights to Cape Town land at Cape Town. The airport code is CPT,and it can also be referred to as Cape Town or Cape Town Intl. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

How many cities have direct flights to Cape Town?

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From the United States, there are direct flights to Cape Town from 3 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Washington, D.C., with 3 direct flights each week.

Question 6

What are the stopover options for the US to Cape Town flights?

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The stopover options for the flights to Cape Town from the US vary depending on your airline and departure city. Passengers flying with Delta or KLM from New York should expect stops in Amsterdam and Boston. Airlink and British Airways offer flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to CPT and have common stops in London and Johannesburg. If you’re flying with United Airlines from Los Angeles, expect layovers in New York, Chicago, Houston, and Denver. Flights from Atlanta to Cape Town have common stops in New York, Amsterdam, Johannesburg, Frankfurt, Philadelphia, and London.

Question 7

Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights to Cape Town from the US?

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On average, every passenger on a flight to Cape Town from the US emits about 7,467 kg of CO2. Delta and KLM offer some of the most sustainable flights from the US to Cape Town. They operate two-stop and single-stop flights from the US to Cape Town and emit about 50% and 48% less carbon respectively than their counterparts.

Question 8

How can I get around Cape Town International Airport?

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CPT has a main terminal building that is split into the Domestic Concourse and International Concourse. The concourses are connected by the Central Terminal. The airport has underground walkways that run to the parking lots. A free bus runs from the International and Domestic Terminals to the Baggage Area in the Central Terminal.

Question 9

Does Cape Town International Airport offer accessible services?

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Yes. Passengers who need wheelchair assistance services can visit the Information Desks on the Ground Floor or the Central Terminal Building's check-in areas. You can also use the courtesy phones at the airport to request a wheelchair. Passengers who need wheelchair assistance from the aircraft to the arrivals area should contact their airlines 48h before the travel date. CPT also offers Passenger Aid Units that make boarding and getting off the planes easier for travelers with wheelchairs.

Question 10

Does Cape Town International Airport have play areas for children?

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Passengers who booked flights to Cape Town and are traveling with small children will want to stop by the play area to let them run around. The Jimmy Jungles Play Zone is located on the top floor of the airport in the Departure Hall. It has a ball pit, trampoline, and a toy airplane. There is a fee to use the play area but if you have young children, it’s a wonderful place to visit.

Question 11

Are there good restaurants in Cape Town International Airport?

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Yes, restaurants are located on the third floor of the airport. You can dine at Spur where you can watch the planes land and take off. Or you can choose from a number of delis and cafes. Most restaurants in the airport close by 9PM so it is important to plan ahead if you have a late arrival or a layover.

Question 12

Are there good shopping places in Cape Town International Airport?

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If you want to shop once you arrive at the airport, you can choose from regular and duty free shops. You can also find local specialties and handmade souvenirs at stores like Africa Eco, Out of Africa, Made in SA, and Cape Farm & Wine.

Question 13

Are there airport hotels in Cape Town International Airport?

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If you’re looking for airport hotels, you are in luck. The Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport is located on the airport grounds. Or, if you prefer, the Hotel Verde is located only two minutes from the airport. There is a free airport shuttle that is available from 4AM to midnight every day. The airport shuttle leaves every 30 minutes.

Question 14

How much is a flight to Cape Town?

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On average, a flight to Cape Town costs $1,499. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $1,117 and departed from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town?

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Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Cape Town is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as $1,446. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Thursday, where prices are $1,593 on average.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

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The cheapest month for flights to Cape Town is January, where tickets cost $1,365 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $1,764 and $1,729 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is February with an average price of $1,278.

Question 17

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Cape Town?

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KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Cape Town. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Cape Town?

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KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Cape Town?

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Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back with another airline. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Cape Town?

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Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href="/flight-routes/United-States-US0/Cape-Town-Intl-CPT">Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

How much is a flight to Cape Town?

Accepted Answer

On average, a flight to Cape Town costs $1,499. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $1,117 and departed from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The most popular routes on KAYAK are Washington, D.C. to Cape Town which costs $1,600 on average, and New York to Cape Town, which costs $1,712 on average.

Question 22

Which airline offers the most flights to Cape Town?

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Of the 6 airlines that fly to Cape Town, FlySafair offers the most flights, with around 297 per week, followed by Airlink with 188 flights per week.

Question 23

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town?

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The cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is generally in the afternoon, when flights cost $1,012 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Cape Town is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,554.

Question 24

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

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To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 90 days before departure.

Question 25

How many direct flights to Cape Town are there each day?

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There are around 2 direct flights from within United States to Cape Town every day. Most flights depart in the evening, with 8:00 pm the most common departure time and 100% of flights departing in the evening.

Question 26

How many direct flights to Cape Town are there each week?

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Each week there are around 9 direct flights from within United States to Cape Town. The most common day for departures is Thursday, with 22% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 27

What is a good deal for flights to Cape Town?

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If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Cape Town, 25% of our users found tickets to Cape Town for the following prices or less: From Newark Airport $1,117 one-way - $1,511 round-trip, from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport $1,117 one-way - $1,411 round-trip, from Atlanta $1,837 one-way - $1,762 round-trip.

Question 28

How many long-haul flights are there to Cape Town each week?

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There are not any medium-haul (3-6 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to Cape Town. Instead, there are 9 long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from Washington, D.C..

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