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Cheapest return flight
R16 684
Typical prices: R19 951-R30 660
LATAM Airlines
Tue 13/11Wed 28/11
AEP - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R13 589
Typical prices: R14 513-R19 922
Multiple Airlines
Fri 23/11
AEP - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buenos Aires and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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AEP - CPT
Cheapest • 2% average savings
EZE - CPT
Most popular
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 25% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU)
Cheapest • Avg R25 474 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 32h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town (BUE-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Buenos Aires to Cape Town

Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28
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12:55 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 45m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
23h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R16 684LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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11:45 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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9:00 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
29h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R16 766Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28
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9:25 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 15m2 stops Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
27h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R16 831LATAM Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28
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18:20 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 20m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
23h 50m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R16 847LATAM Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7
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11:45 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
23h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R16 863LATAM Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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21:45 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
57h 55m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:00 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
29h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R17 026Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7
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11:45 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 17:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
30h 20m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl
R17 173LATAM Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 28
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10:35 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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15:40 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
23h 00m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R17 434LATAM Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 24
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10:35 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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9:55 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
29h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R17 531Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 22
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10:35 - 12:40AEP  Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
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9:00 - 9:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-AEP Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery
29h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl
R17 711LATAM Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Buenos Aires to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a return flight from Buenos Aires to Cape Town?

Return flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town start at R16 684. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R19 951 to R30 660. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R16 684 on LATAM Airlines.

What is the cheapest Buenos Aires to Cape Town flight route?

There's little price difference between Buenos Aires to Cape Town routes. They average around R24 877 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buenos Aires to Cape Town and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buenos Aires to Cape Town?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Buenos Aires to Cape Town at R18 607 return.
•September (R31 267) and January (R29 898) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Buenos Aires to Cape Town flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

R13 589
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 16% lower on average.
Flights from Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town

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

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Buenos Aires to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Buenos Aires to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 11 067 km.

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

    Return flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town range from R19 951 to R30 660, with an average of R24 653 over the past 12 months. Anything below R19 951 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Buenos Aires 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 R16 684 to R154 339. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buenos Aires to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R13 769, which is 16% 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 R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town may depart from several airports in Buenos Aires area, including Buenos Aires Jorge Newbery (AEP) and Buenos Aires Ministro Pistarini (EZE). Flights usually arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) – 95% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Buenos Aires to Cape Town route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Sunday is the cheapest day at R21 670 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R32 098 – a R10 428 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 53m, compared to 32h 32m via Istanbul (IST) and 33h 46m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between Buenos Aires and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 5 hours ahead of Buenos Aires (South Africa Time vs Argentina 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 Buenos Aires 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 Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average R21 670 – about R10 428 less than Thursday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buenos Aires to Cape Town trip for June. Fares historically average R18 607 return in that month – typically R12 660 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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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