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Cheapest return flight
R14 478
Typical prices: R16 857-R23 927
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/2Mon 19/2
BSL - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 514
Typical prices: R12 393-R16 021
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/3
BSL - CPT • 3 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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June
Cheapest • 32% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg R15 437 (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

Sun, Feb 7 - Fri, Feb 19
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16:05 - 7:40BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 35m2 stops Dublin Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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17:15 - 9:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 35m1 stop Istanbul
R14 478Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Dec 1
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21:10 - 14:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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23:10 - 20:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
22h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 544Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1
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21:10 - 14:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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23:10 - 20:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
22h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 628Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Dec 1
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7:05 - 14:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 55m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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23:10 - 20:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
22h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 744Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Dec 1
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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 - 17:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
25h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R14 778Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 19
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11:55 - 13:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 05m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Addis Ababa Bole
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11:30 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 844Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 19
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16:25 - 14:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 35m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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11:30 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
R14 911Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Sat, Dec 5
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18:10 - 23:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 17:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R15 061Turkish Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 8
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10:45 - 12:05BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 17:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
17h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R15 128Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 19
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21:10 - 14:00BSL  Basel EuroAirport Swiss-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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11:30 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-BSL Basel EuroAirport Swiss
24h 25m1 stop London Gatwick
R15 211Multiple 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 with more confidence.

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

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town at R13 212 return.
•August (R30 305) and December (R26 540) 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

R7 514
Beat the crowds with an average 85% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in traveller numbers.
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 EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town flight questions, answered

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

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

    A direct flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town takes 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.

  • 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 857 to R23 927, with an average of R19 555 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 857 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 478 to R80 149. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 R8 502, which is 45% 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 R51 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • 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

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R16 310 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R23 108, a difference of R6 797.

    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 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).

  • 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 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R16 310, about R6 797 less than Sunday fares (29% 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 R13 212 return in that month – typically R17 093 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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