BSL - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R14 200
Typical prices: R16 151-R22 740
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Thu 18/1Sun 4/2
BSL - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 465
Typical prices: R11 358-R15 335
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/12
BSL - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Basel EuroAirport Swiss and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 30% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg R15 054 (return)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 15h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Basel to Cape Town (BSL-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Basel to Cape Town

Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Feb 4
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16:10 - 21:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop London Stansted
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11:30 - 11:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
24h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 200Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 7
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14:40 - 10:45BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
20h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R14 378Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Feb 6
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17:20 - 10:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 20m2 stops Dublin Zurich
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17:15 - 9:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R14 541Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Fri, Nov 13
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18:10 - 12:05BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R14 638Turkish Airlines
Sun, Jan 17 - Thu, Feb 4
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8:20 - 9:30BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 10m2 stops Wrocław Strachowice London Luton
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11:30 - 11:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
24h 45m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 768Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:00 - 22:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:30 - 21:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
22h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 882KLM
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 23
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20:10 - 17:25BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 15m2 stops Vienna Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 19:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
31h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Vienna Intl
R15 061Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 5 - Sun, Oct 11
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18:30 - 21:25BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 21:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
22h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R15 109KLM
Thu, Jan 28 - Thu, Feb 11
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10:45 - 12:05BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 9:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R15 126Turkish Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 13
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10:00 - 10:35BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
47h 35m2 stops Dublin Frankfurt am Main
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17:15 - 9:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R15 142Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town with more confidence.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town at R12 884 return.
•August (R29 553) and December (R26 222) 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 EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R8 465
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 40% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flights 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 EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

    • Istanbul (IST) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R16 490 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R23 460, a difference of R6 970. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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.

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

    A direct flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 14 694 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss 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 Basel EuroAirport Swiss 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 R14 200 to R107 992. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 786, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 43m, compared to 16h 06m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 16h 49m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • 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 R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town range from R16 151 to R22 740, with an average of R18 323 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 151 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Basel EuroAirport Swiss 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 instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R16 490 – about R6 970 less than Sunday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town trip for June. Fares historically average R12 884 return in that month – typically R16 669 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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