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Cheapest return flight
R11 231
Typical prices: R11 196-R14 190
Qatar Airways
Sun 11/3Fri 23/3
CPT - LIS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 917
Typical prices: R6 466-R9 764
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/12
CPT - LIS • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Lisbon. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 11% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg R12 188 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 15h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Lisbon (CPT-LIS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Lisbon

Thu, Mar 11 - Tue, Mar 23
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12:35 - 6:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
19h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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7:50 - 17:25LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 231Qatar Airways
2 days ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 18
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12:35 - 6:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
19h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:15 - 10:30LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 231Qatar Airways
1 day ago
Wed, Mar 17 - Fri, Apr 2
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15:05 - 19:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
30h 30m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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8:25 - 23:30LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R11 659TAAG
3+ days ago
Thu, Apr 15 - Fri, May 7
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15:05 - 20:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
30h 30m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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8:25 - 23:30LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 05m1 stop Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
R11 725TAAG
3+ days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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8:30 - 22:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
15h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:30 - 22:40LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R12 646Air France
3+ days ago
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 19
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8:30 - 22:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
15h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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5:30 - 6:25LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 810Air France
3+ days ago
Wed, Mar 17 - Fri, Apr 9
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12:20 - 6:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
20h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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8:25 - 18:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 30m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 024Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Wed, Mar 17 - Sat, Apr 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 - 6:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
20h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl
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23:00 - 18:55LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 55m2 stops Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 139Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 19
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7:30 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
29h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:00 - 6:25LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R13 320KLM
3+ days ago
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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18:25 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
22h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
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5:00 - 6:25LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 570KLM
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Lisbon flights

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

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Lisbon typically range from R11 196 to R14 190. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 231 on Qatar Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Lisbon. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Lisbon at R11 116 return.
•July (R13 599) and December (R13 451) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Lisbon the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Lisbon are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 21% 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 Lisbon flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R4 917
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Lisbon

When to book flights from Cape Town to Lisbon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Lisbon 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 Lisbon 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 Lisbon?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Lisbon:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Lisbon takes 00m, covering 13 798 km.

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

    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 Lisbon flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Lisbon range from R11 196 to R14 190, with an average of R12 545 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 196 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the R12 545 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Lisbon 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 R11 231 to R42 533. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Lisbon are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 355, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)?

    Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R371 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Klass Wagen
    • Goldcar Rental SP
    • Drive on Holiday
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Guerin

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

    Flights from Cape Town to Lisbon usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS).

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

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

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Cape Town to Lisbon. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R12 070 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R13 057, a difference of R987.

    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 Lisbon?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 45m, compared to 15h 59m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) and 16h 55m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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

    Lisbon 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.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lisbon?

    Chiado is one of the most viewed places in Lisbon on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Lisbon 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R12 070, which is about R987 less than Saturday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 21% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Lisbon trip for November. Fares historically average R11 116 return in that month – typically R2 483 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport.

    • Meliá Lisboa Aeroporto
    • Radisson Blu Hotel, Lisbon
    • Alvalade II Guest House

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