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

Flights from Cape Town to Cardiff usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Cape Town to Cardiff pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Cape Town to Cardiff route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R15 677 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R18 509, a difference of R2 833. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Cardiff?

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 Cape Town to Cardiff changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R17 972 to R29 758. That means the highest observed fare was about 65% higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Cape Town and Cardiff?

Cardiff is 1 hour behind Cape Town (British Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL)?

Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R250 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Budget • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • National

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Cardiff range from R15 688 to R18 335, with an average of R16 581 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 688 counts as a good deal.

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Cardiff start at R17 972. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 688 to R18 335. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R17 972 on Kenya Airways.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cardiff and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town to Cardiff?

Kenya Airways (R17 972) and KLM (R25 069) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Cardiff according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R16 668. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Cardiff stopovers at 1 011 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13

14:25 - 9:50CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

45h 25m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

10:20 - 13:35CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

25h 15m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R17 972Kenya Airways

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13

14:25 - 17:00CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

28h 35m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

10:20 - 6:00CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

41h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R18 981Kenya Airways

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13

18:55 - 8:30CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

39h 35m2 stops London Heathrow Belfast City

9:00 - 8:05CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

21h 05m2 stops Belfast City London Heathrow

R20 756Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

14:25 - 9:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

43h 50m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

9:45 - 13:35CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 50m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R24 011Kenya Airways

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

14:25 - 9:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

43h 50m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

17:15 - 13:35CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 20m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R24 679Kenya Airways

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

14:25 - 9:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

43h 50m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

17:15 - 13:35CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 20m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R24 760Kenya Airways

Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13

0:30 - 17:00CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

18h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

10:20 - 6:25CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle

R25 069KLM

Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13

0:30 - 17:00CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

18h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

17:30 - 22:40CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

R26 144KLM

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

14:25 - 9:15CPT Cape Town Intl-CWL Cardiff Wales

43h 50m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol

17:15 - 13:35CWL Cardiff Wales-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 20m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R29 758Kenya Airways

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Cardiff? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Cardiff departing in December.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cardiff?: Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Cardiff and is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Cardiff?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Cardiff.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Cardiff?
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 Cape Town to Cardiff flight?
Return flights from Cape Town to Cardiff range from R15 688 to R18 335, with an average of R16 581 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 688 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Cape Town to Cardiff changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about R17 972 to R29 758. That means the highest observed fare was about 65% higher than the lowest one.
Which car hire options are available at Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL)?
Cardiff Wales Airport (CWL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R250 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Budget
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• National
Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Cardiff?
Flights from Cape Town to Cardiff usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Cardiff Wales (CWL).
Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Cardiff pass through?
Most connecting flights from Cape Town to Cardiff pass through Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Cardiff?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Cape Town to Cardiff route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R15 677 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R18 509, a difference of R2 833. 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 is the time difference between Cape Town and Cardiff?
Cardiff is 1 hour behind Cape Town (British Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R15 677 – about R2 833 less than Saturday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Cardiff trip for August. Fares historically average R15 693 return in that month – typically R8 888 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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