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Cheapest return flight
R13 377
Typical prices: R16 772-R23 807
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Wed 18/4Sat 28/4
BSL - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 929
Typical prices: R12 330-R15 941
Multiple Airlines
Sun 18/3
BSL - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Basel and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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June
Cheapest • 32% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg R15 359 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 15h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Basel to Cape Town (EAP-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Basel to Cape Town

Sun, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 28
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14:50 - 8:20BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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17:20 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
16h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R13 377Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 9
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20:10 - 13:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 50m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 9:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
19h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
R13 593Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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18:40 - 23:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 20m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Istanbul
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11:30 - 10:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
23h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 609Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Mar 8 - Fri, Mar 19
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21:10 - 21:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 50m1 stop London Gatwick
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23:10 - 14:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
16h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
R13 990Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Dec 9
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20:10 - 13:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 50m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 9:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
19h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
R14 007Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Dec 4
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7:05 - 23:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 55m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Istanbul
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23:55 - 20:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
21h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 090Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Dec 4
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12:50 - 14:10BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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23:55 - 20:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
21h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 140Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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20:30 - 12:05BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 35m2 stops Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl Istanbul
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23:10 - 20:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
22h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 272Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:40 - 21:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
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11:30 - 10:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
23h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 305Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Dec 8
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20:10 - 13:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 50m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 9:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
19h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
R14 322Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Basel 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 is the cheapest Basel to Cape Town flight route?

There's little price difference between Basel to Cape Town routes. They average around R19 457 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Basel to Cape Town. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Basel to Cape Town at R13 145 return.
•August (R30 152) and December (R26 406) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 129% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Basel to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R9 929
Beat the crowds with an average 87% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 115% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town

When to book flights from Basel to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Basel 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 Basel to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Basel to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Basel to Cape Town.

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

    A direct flight from Basel to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 687 km.

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

    Return flights from Basel to Cape Town range from R16 772 to R23 807, with an average of R19 457 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 772 counts as a good deal.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 377 to R88 435. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Basel to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R12 358, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Basel to Cape Town usually depart from Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Basel to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R16 228 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R22 991, a difference of R6 763.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Basel to Cape Town?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 08m, compared to 16h 07m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 17h 17m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Basel and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Basel (South Africa Time vs Central European 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 Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Basel 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R16 228, which is about R6 763 less than Sunday fares (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Basel to Cape Town trip for June. Fares historically average R13 145 return in that month – typically R17 007 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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

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