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.

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

Most connecting flights from Cape Town to Dresden pass through Zurich (ZRH), 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 Dresden?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Cape Town to Dresden route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 390 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R21 625, a difference of R7 235. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 0h 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 R390 for economy cars. Top options include: • Europcar • Alamo • Sixt • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • keddy by Europcar

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

Lufthansa (R13 372) and SWISS (R13 453) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Cape Town to Dresden according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R14 323. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Zurich (ZRH) had the shortest average connection time for Cape Town to Dresden stopovers at 792 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: R14 382-R21 277

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Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 4

17:55 - 10:00CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

16h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

13:35 - 7:40DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R13 372Lufthansa

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 3

17:55 - 10:00CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

16h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

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

34h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R13 421Lufthansa

Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Nov 3

8:00 - 8:45CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

24h 45m1 stop Zurich

9:55 - 7:35DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 40m1 stop Zurich

R13 453SWISS

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Nov 2

8:00 - 8:45CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

24h 45m1 stop Zurich

9:55 - 14:35DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 40m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo

R13 776SWISS

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Nov 4

15:20 - 10:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

19h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main

13:35 - 7:40DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R14 341Lufthansa

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 3

17:55 - 10:00CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

16h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

19:05 - 7:40DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

35h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R14 357Lufthansa

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Nov 2

15:20 - 10:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

19h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main

9:55 - 14:35DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 40m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo

R14 503Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 4

15:20 - 23:10CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

31h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main

13:35 - 7:40DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

R14 599Lufthansa

Tue, Oct 13 - Mon, Nov 2

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

23h 45m1 stop Zurich

9:55 - 17:30DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

30h 35m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 003SWISS

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 3

14:15 - 10:00CPT Cape Town Intl-DRS Dresden Arpt

19h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main

9:55 - 14:35DRS Dresden Arpt-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 40m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo

R15 229Multiple Airlines

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Dresden start at R13 372. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R14 382 to R21 277. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 372 on Lufthansa.

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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.
Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Dresden pass through?
Most connecting flights from Cape Town to Dresden pass through Zurich (ZRH), 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 Dresden?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Cape Town to Dresden route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 390 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R21 625, a difference of R7 235. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 0h 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 R390 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Sixt
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• keddy by Europcar

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R14 390 – about R7 235 less than Wednesday (33% 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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