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Cheapest return flight
R15 004
Typical prices: R16 564-R21 963
SWISS
Tue 13/11Mon 19/11
CPT - FNC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 113
Typical prices: R8 090-R10 098
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/1
CPT - FNC • 2 stops
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 770 (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, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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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 904Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
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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 004SWISS
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
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23:55 - 11:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
37h 40m1 stop London Gatwick
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14:00 - 14:10FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
R15 956Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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23:55 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
20h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
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12:40 - 14:10FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 30m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
R16 139Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
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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
R16 390SWISS
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
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23:55 - 18:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
20h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
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14:00 - 14:10FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
R16 440Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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18:30 - 0:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
32h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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15:45 - 18:00FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m2 stops Lisbon Humberto Delgado Dubai Intl
R16 757Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
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23:55 - 0:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
26h 50m2 stops London Gatwick Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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14:00 - 14:10FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
R17 124Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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18:30 - 0:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
32h 15m2 stops Dubai Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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14:10 - 18:00FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 50m3 stops Porto Lisbon Humberto Delgado Dubai Intl
R17 475Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Thu, Nov 19
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23:55 - 1:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-FNC Funchal Madeira
27h 05m3 stops London Gatwick Barcelona-El Prat Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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14:00 - 14:10FNC  Funchal Madeira-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Addis Ababa Bole
R17 742Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Funchal flights

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Funchal typically range from R16 564 to R21 963. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R15 004 on SWISS.

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 940 return.
•July (R23 082) and August (R22 498) 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

R9 113
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 92% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Funchal

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?

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

    • 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 564 to R21 963, with an average of R19 055 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 564 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 R19 055 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 prices on this route varied from about R15 004 to R25 269. That means the highest observed fare was about 68% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Funchal looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Funchal are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R14 765, which is 63% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R486 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 R18 025 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R21 998, a difference of R3 972.

    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 2 hours 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 R18 025, which is about R3 972 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 940 return in that month – typically R6 142 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).

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