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

Flights from Cape Town to Dresden usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Dresden Arpt (DRS).

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

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

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Cape Town to Dresden. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R21 447 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R22 348, a difference of R901. 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 long is a flight from Cape Town to Dresden?

A direct flight from Cape Town to Dresden takes 00m, covering 15 239 km.

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

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.

What is the time difference between Cape Town and Dresden?

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

Which car hire options are available at Dresden Arpt Airport (DRS)?

Dresden Arpt Airport (DRS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R1 054 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Alamo • Sixt • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • keddy by Europcar

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

Lufthansa (R15 806) and United Airlines (R277 523) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Dresden according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31

19:10 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

24h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

19:25 - 10:40DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 15m1 stop Zurich

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Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31

9:30 - 10:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

25h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

19:25 - 10:40DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

14h 15m1 stop Zurich

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2 days ago

Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31

14:15 - 8:45CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

19h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss

9:25 - 14:35DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

28h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 806Lufthansa

2 days ago

Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31

6:05 - 10:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

29h 15m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Frankfurt am Main

9:25 - 13:00DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 35m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Warsaw Frederic Chopin Addis Ababa Bole

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Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 31

18:30 - 22:10CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

28h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Frankfurt am Main

9:25 - 13:00DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 35m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Warsaw Frederic Chopin Addis Ababa Bole

R22 699Multiple Airlines

2 days ago

Sat, Jan 30 - Sun, Jan 31

0:30 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

18h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Frankfurt am Main

20:25 - 7:40DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

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2 days ago

Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15

20:50 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

46h 25m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

9:25 - 18:00DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

55h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Newark

R277 523United Airlines

1 day ago

Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15

20:50 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

46h 25m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

9:25 - 18:00DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

55h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Newark

R277 540United Airlines

22 hours ago

Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15

20:50 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

46h 25m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

9:25 - 18:00DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

55h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Newark

R278 007United Airlines

2 days ago

Thu, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 15

20:50 - 18:15CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

46h 25m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

9:25 - 18:00DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

55h 35m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Newark

R278 508United Airlines

3+ days ago

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Cape Town to Dresden?: Lufthansa (R15 806) and United Airlines (R277 523) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Dresden according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Dresden?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Cape Town to Dresden.
How long is a flight from Cape Town to Dresden?
A direct flight from Cape Town to Dresden takes 00m, covering 15 239 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Dresden?
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.
Which car hire options are available at Dresden Arpt Airport (DRS)?
Dresden Arpt Airport (DRS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R1 054 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Alamo
• Sixt
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• keddy by Europcar
Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Dresden?
Flights from Cape Town to Dresden usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Dresden Arpt (DRS).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Dresden?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 5% on flights from Cape Town to Dresden. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R21 447 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R22 348, a difference of R901.

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 Cape Town and Dresden?
Dresden is 1 hour behind Cape Town (Central European 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average R21 447, which is about R901 less than Wednesday fares (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Dresden Arpt Airport.

• Dormero Hotel Dresden Airport
• Hotel Garden Cottage mit kostenfreien Parkplätzen
• Akademiehotel Dresden

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