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

Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

Most connecting flights from Birmingham to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Birmingham to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R25 289 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R46 594, a difference of R21 305. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 Birmingham to Cape Town?

A direct flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 21 364 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 R22 309 to R180 614. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Birmingham and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Birmingham (South Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from Birmingham to Cape Town range from R25 502 to R37 375, with an average of R32 844 over the past 12 months. Anything below R25 502 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Return flights from Birmingham to Cape Town typically range from R25 502 to R37 375. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R22 309 on Qatar Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Qatar Airways (R22 309) and United Airlines (R30 196) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Birmingham to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Birmingham to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R38 664. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Birmingham to Cape Town, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Birmingham to Cape Town stopovers at 10h over the past 3 months.

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Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

6:32 - 10:30BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

19:25 - 23:48CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

36h 23m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

R22 309Qatar Airways

3+ days ago

Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 7

6:32 - 10:30BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

19:25 - 23:48CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

36h 23m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

R22 968Qatar Airways

22 hours ago

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Mar 5

13:08 - 17:25BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

44h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

19:25 - 18:36CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

31h 11m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

R26 738Qatar Airways

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

19:19 - 17:25BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

62h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

12:35 - 23:35CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

43h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

R27 874Qatar Airways

1 day ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24

11:00 - 18:00BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 00m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

20:50 - 17:39CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

28h 49m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

R28 467Multiple Airlines

21 hours ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

18:50 - 16:10BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

9:30 - 17:39CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

40h 09m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

R30 196United Airlines

1 day ago

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Mar 5

13:08 - 17:25BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

44h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

20:50 - 15:08CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

26h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R33 472Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22

6:22 - 11:40BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

45h 18m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Hong Kong Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

7:00 - 20:18CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

45h 18m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Hong Kong Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

R35 497Multiple Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Jan 5

15:14 - 10:20BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 06m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow

18:55 - 17:41CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

30h 46m2 stops London Heathrow Charlotte Douglas

R38 280American Airlines

3+ days ago

Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Mar 5

18:22 - 18:35BHM Birmingham-CPT Cape Town Intl

16h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

20:50 - 15:08CPT Cape Town Intl-BHM Birmingham

26h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

R38 395Virgin Atlantic

2 days ago

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How much is a return flight from Birmingham to Cape Town? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town departing in February.

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How long is a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town?
A direct flight from Birmingham to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 21 364 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Birmingham to Cape Town range from R25 502 to R37 375, with an average of R32 844 over the past 12 months. Anything below R25 502 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Birmingham 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 R22 309 to R180 614. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.
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 Birmingham to Cape Town?
Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town usually depart from Birmingham (BHM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Cape Town pass through?
Most connecting flights from Birmingham to Cape Town pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Cape Town?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Birmingham to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R25 289 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R46 594, a difference of R21 305.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Birmingham and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Birmingham (South Africa Time vs Central 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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R25 289, about R21 305 less than Thursday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average R25 503 return in that month – typically R25 866 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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