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Cheapest round-trip
$929
Typical prices: $1,065-$1,780
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/16Sun 12/2
YVR - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$1,678
Typical prices: $901-$1,193
United Airlines
Tue 12/18
YVR - CPT • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 30% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg $1,490 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 25h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Cape Town (YVR-CPT)

 

Cheap flights from Vancouver to Cape Town with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:59 pm - 10:05 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 06m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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11:25 pm - 10:39 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
57h 14m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$929Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Sat, Feb 6
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10:59 pm - 1:35 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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2:20 pm - 10:39 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 19m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$977Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 31
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10:59 pm - 1:35 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 pm - 10:39 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$977Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:15 pm - 12:10 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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6:55 pm - 7:50 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
34h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
$1,198British Airways
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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8:15 pm - 6:00 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m2 stops San Francisco Newark
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6:25 pm - 10:11 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
37h 46m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
$1,344United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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9:45 am - 6:00 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 15m1 stop Newark
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6:25 pm - 10:11 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
37h 46m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
$1,344United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Mar 17
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9:50 pm - 6:00 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 10m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Denver Intl Newark
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8:50 pm - 3:49 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 59m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$1,379United Airlines
Sun, Mar 28 - Sun, Apr 4
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4:15 pm - 9:30 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 15m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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2:15 pm - 4:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
59h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,393Lufthansa
Sun, Mar 28 - Sun, Apr 4
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6:40 pm - 9:30 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
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2:15 pm - 4:55 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
59h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,397Lufthansa
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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4:30 pm - 7:40 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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7:10 pm - 12:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
$1,579Lufthansa

Price, demand and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town at $1,030 round-trip.
•July ($2,070) and December ($1,899) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$929
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 139% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Vancouver to Cape Town

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    A nonstop flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 10,224 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town range from $1,065 to $1,780, with an average of $1,464 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,065 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of $1,464. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

  • How are flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,680, which is 50% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,074 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,624, a difference of $550.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 25h 50m, compared with 29h 10m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 30h 22m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Vancouver Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 9 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (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, Camps Bay Beach and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $1,074, about $550 less than Thursday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average $1,030 round-trip in that month - typically $1,040 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

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