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Cheapest return flight
R15 780
Typical prices: R15 562-R21 000
SWISS
Mon 15/10Mon 19/11
CPT - FNC • 1 stop
When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R13 484 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 20h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Funchal (CPT-FNC)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Funchal

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Nov 19
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19:25 - 9:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
38h 45m1 stop Zurich
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11:45 - 7:35FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 50m1 stop Zurich
R15 780SWISS
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Nov 19
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19:25 - 9:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
38h 45m1 stop Zurich
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11:45 - 14:35FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 284SWISS
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Nov 19
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13:15 - 20:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
32h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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8:40 - 17:25FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 45m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Madrid Barajas Doha Hamad Intl
R17 392Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Nov 19
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19:25 - 9:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
38h 45m1 stop Zurich
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11:45 - 15:45FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 00m3 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl
R17 799SWISS
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Nov 19
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18:25 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
29h 05m3 stops Dubai Intl London Gatwick Dublin
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8:40 - 17:25FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 45m3 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Madrid Barajas Doha Hamad Intl
R18 711Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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17:15 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
25h 55m2 stops Istanbul Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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7:50 - 23:00FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 10m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Istanbul
R19 330Turkish Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Tue, Jan 5
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9:30 - 12:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
29h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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4:10 - 7:40FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 30m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R27 863Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 6
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0:30 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
18h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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10:25 - 22:40FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R31 657KLM
Mon, Dec 28 - Wed, Jan 6
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0:30 - 9:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
35h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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10:25 - 22:40FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R35 093KLM
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Jan 4
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19:10 - 14:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
21h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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4:10 - 10:35FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 25m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Frankfurt am Main
R51 980Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Funchal flights

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

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Funchal start at R15 780. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R15 562 to R21 000. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 780 on SWISS.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Funchal and is 5% 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 month to fly from Cape Town to Funchal?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Funchal at R15 144 return.
•August (R22 147) and July (R22 130) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 46% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Funchal the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Funchal are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Funchal flights

Low season

March
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Cape Town to Funchal

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Funchal based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Funchal flight questions, answered

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

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Funchal usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Funchal Madeira (FNC).

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Funchal:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • London Gatwick (LGW) – 15% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Cape Town to Funchal route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R17 327 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R20 323, a difference of R2 996. 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 expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Funchal flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 13% above the route average of R18 216. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Funchal?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cape Town to Funchal. Flights with 1 stopover take between 20h 39m and 25h 44m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Funchal?

    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 Funchal 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 R15 780 to R56 653. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 20h 39m, compared to 23h 10m via London Gatwick (LGW) and 24h 37m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Funchal?

    Funchal is 1 hour behind Cape Town (Western 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 Funchal Madeira Airport (FNC)?

    Funchal Madeira Airport (FNC) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R40 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Way2Azores
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • FunchalDrive Rent-a-car
    • Drive on Holiday
    • Sixt

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Funchal range from R15 562 to R21 000, with an average of R18 216 over the past 12 months. Anything below R15 562 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Funchal 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 Thursday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R17 327 – about R2 996 less than Saturday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Funchal trip for February. Fares historically average R15 144 return in that month – typically R7 002 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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