How long does it take to fly to Cape Town?

The average flight duration from Europe to Cape Town depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Barcelona to Cape Town is 13h 25m on average, while flying from Copenhagen to Cape Town is 14h 25m on average. Cape Town is the most popular airport in Cape Town.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Europe to Cape Town Intl?

Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Europe to Cape Town Intl

How many flights depart from Europe to Cape Town on average per day?

The number of flights available between Europe and Cape Town is 28 per day as of March 2026. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 70% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

KLM, British Airways and Condor are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Europe according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Europe to Cape Town on average per week?

As of March 2026, there are 198 flights per week flying from Europe to Cape Town. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport is 14 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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21:35 - 13:45

FRA

CPT

15h 10m

1 stop

13:50 - 6:25

CPT

FRA

16h 35m

1 stop

R11 276Ethiopian Air

Sun, Mar 22 - Tue, Mar 31

22:05 - 13:00

FRA

CPT

14h 55m

1 stop

13:50 - 6:25

CPT

FRA

16h 35m

1 stop

R11 293Ethiopian Air

Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, May 5

22:05 - 13:00

FRA

CPT

14h 55m

1 stop

15:25 - 6:25

CPT

FRA

15h 00m

1 stop

R11 309Ethiopian Air

Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, Apr 24

10:50 - 11:50

STN

CPT

24h 00m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:55

CPT

STN

18h 20m

1 stop

R11 717Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26

10:50 - 11:50

STN

CPT

24h 00m

1 stop

16:35 - 9:55

CPT

STN

18h 20m

1 stop

R11 734Turkish Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Fri, May 1

18:45 - 9:30

CDG

CPT

14h 45m

1 stop

17:55 - 8:45

CPT

CDG

14h 50m

1 stop

R11 734Lufthansa

Thu, Jun 11 - Sun, Jun 21

18:40 - 9:25

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CPT

13h 45m

1 stop

8:00 - 21:45

CPT

LHR

14h 45m

1 stop

R11 767SWISS

Mon, Apr 20 - Sun, Apr 26

18:30 - 9:30

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CPT

14h 00m

1 stop

17:55 - 17:40

CPT

LHR

24h 45m

1 stop

R11 816Lufthansa

Mon, May 11 - Wed, Sep 9

19:40 - 6:15

CDG

CPT

34h 35m

1 stop

8:00 - 23:30

CPT

CDG

15h 30m

1 stop

R11 848SWISS

Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 26

9:55 - 21:55

MUC

CPT

35h 00m

1 stop

14:00 - 13:30

CPT

MUC

24h 30m

2 stops

R12 763KLM

Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 25

Ethiopian Air flights from Europe to Cape Town

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Ethiopian Air

Apr 9

FRA22:05Frankfurt am Main

14h 55m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Apr 21

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

16h 35m

1 stop

FRA6:25Frankfurt am Main

R11 276

Ethiopian Air

Apr 13

FRA22:05Frankfurt am Main

14h 55m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Apr 22

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

16h 35m

1 stop

FRA6:25Frankfurt am Main

R11 293

Ethiopian Air

Apr 15

FRA22:05Frankfurt am Main

14h 55m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

Apr 24

CPT15:25Cape Town Intl

15h 00m

1 stop

FRA6:25Frankfurt am Main

R11 309

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Iberia

Mar 15

BRU7:00Brussels Bruxelles-National

26h 30m

2 stops

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

Mar 18

CPT12:35Cape Town Intl

19h 15m

1 stop

BRU6:50Brussels Bruxelles-National

R11 538

Iberia

Mar 14

BRU19:45Brussels Bruxelles-National

37h 45m

2 stops

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

Mar 21

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

19h 30m

1 stop

BRU13:25Brussels Bruxelles-National

R11 587

Iberia

Mar 8

BRU7:00Brussels Bruxelles-National

26h 30m

2 stops

CPT10:30Cape Town Intl

Mar 18

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

19h 30m

1 stop

BRU13:25Brussels Bruxelles-National

R11 685

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21:35-13:45

1 stop15h 10m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-6:25

1 stop16h 35m

R11 276

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

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Frankfurt am Main

Wed 15/4

22:05-13:00

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

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13:50-6:25

1 stop16h 35m

R11 293

Frankfurt am MainCape Town

FRA - CPT

FRACPT

Frankfurt am Main

Wed 15/4

22:05-13:00

1 stop14h 55m

Cape Town Intl

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15:25-6:25

1 stop15h 00m

R11 309

LondonCape Town

STN - CPT

STNCPT

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Wed 22/4

10:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-9:55

1 stop18h 20m

R11 717

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10:50-11:50

1 stop24h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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16:35-9:55

1 stop18h 20m

R11 734

ParisCape Town

CDG - CPT

CDGCPT

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Thu 11/6

18:45-9:30

1 stop14h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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17:55-8:45

1 stop14h 50m

R11 734

LondonCape Town

LHR - CPT

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London Heathrow

Mon 20/4

18:40-9:25

1 stop13h 45m

Cape Town Intl

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8:00-21:45

1 stop14h 45m

R11 767

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London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

18:30-9:30

1 stop14h 00m

Cape Town Intl

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17:55-17:40

1 stop24h 45m

R11 816

ParisCape Town

CDG - CPT

CDGCPT

Paris Charles de Gaulle

Fri 10/4

19:40-6:15

1 stop34h 35m

Cape Town Intl

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8:00-23:30

1 stop15h 30m

R11 848

MunichCape Town

MUC - CPT

MUCCPT

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 16/3

9:55-21:55

1 stop35h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 25/3

14:00-13:30

2 stops24h 30m

R12 763

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Europe, with most prices found around R11 276. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R12 976.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R16 290. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Friday is R20 440.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Europe to Cape Town in the morning for as low as R11 833. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R19 236 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Europe to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Europe when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R17 940 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Europe for as low as R16 718 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Europe to Cape Town Intl flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Europe to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	R7 128
Fastest flight time	10h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cape Town	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Europe in the past 72 hours is R7 128. The best return flight deal from Europe to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R12 264.

The fastest flight from Europe to Cape Town takes 10h 55m

Direct flights go from Europe to Cape Town every day.

There is 1 airport in Cape Town. From Europe there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport is 14 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Europe to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R5 886	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 746 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R6 349	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 540 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Condor	PriceFrom R6 580	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,5 401 reviews	Search Condor flights
KLM	PriceFrom R9 869	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 464 reviews	Search KLM flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 782	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 962 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
SWISS	PriceFrom R10 884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 889 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 189	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 823 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R12 213	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 294 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Air France	PriceFrom R12 290	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 542 reviews	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 567	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 241 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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