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Cheapest return flight
R14 798
Typical prices: R16 409-R21 759
SWISS
Tue 30/10Sat 3/11
CPT - FNC • 1 stop
When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 11% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg R14 633 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 20h 03m (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

Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:20 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
27h 35m1 stop Zurich
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14:50 - 10:35FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R14 798Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 28 - Sun, Dec 6
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0:55 - 9:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
34h 40m2 stops Istanbul Amsterdam Schiphol
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10:10 - 23:00FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 50m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Istanbul
R15 592Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 5
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9:20 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
27h 35m1 stop Zurich
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11:45 - 7:35FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 50m1 stop Zurich
R15 675SWISS
Fri, Oct 30 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:20 - 10:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
27h 35m1 stop Zurich
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14:00 - 7:40FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 40m2 stops Zurich Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R15 691SWISS
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Dec 4
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8:30 - 9:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
50h 50m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:00 - 6:25FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R16 750KLM
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
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19:10 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
20h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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16:10 - 7:40FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R18 287Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 26 - Sun, Nov 1
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19:10 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
20h 50m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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16:10 - 10:35FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R18 833Lufthansa
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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20:00 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
47h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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18:10 - 18:00FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Dubai Intl
R24 041Emirates
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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20:00 - 17:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
47h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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18:10 - 18:00FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 50m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Dubai Intl
R24 074Emirates
Fri, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 5
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20:40 - 16:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
21h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:10 - 8:05FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m1 stop London Gatwick
R41 122British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Funchal flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Funchal. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Funchal?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Funchal at R16 783 return.
•July (R22 867) and August (R22 289) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 36% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Funchal the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Funchal are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% 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

February

Cheapest flight

R14 798
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 92% increase in traveller numbers.
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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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • 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

  • 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 03m and 26h 03m 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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Funchal range from R16 409 to R21 759, with an average of R18 878 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 409 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Funchal flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the R18 878 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 R14 798 to R41 122. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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

  • 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 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) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • London Gatwick (LGW) – 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Cape Town to Funchal. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R17 857 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R21 793, a difference of R3 935.

    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 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 03m, compared to 23h 35m via London Gatwick (LGW) and 24h 29m 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.

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 and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R17 857, about R3 935 less than Saturday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% 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 January. Fares historically average R16 783 return in that month – typically R6 085 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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