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Cheapest return flight
R12 257
Typical prices: R11 672-R15 595
Qatar Airways
Sat 13/1Mon 12/2
CPT - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 236
Typical prices: R6 044-R8 739
Qatar Airways
Sat 24/3
CPT - DEL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and New Delhi. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 21% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R12 697 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to New Delhi (CPT-DEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to New Delhi

Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Feb 12
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:20 - 10:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 257Qatar Airways
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Feb 13
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12:35 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:20 - 10:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 505Qatar Airways
Wed, Feb 10 - Tue, Feb 16
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 8:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
16h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:20 - 10:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 588Qatar Airways
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Feb 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 7:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:20 - 12:40DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 852Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:25 - 3:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
27h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:20 - 13:25DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 794Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Fri, Feb 12
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 15:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
23h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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21:40 - 12:40DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 438Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 12 - Thu, Feb 11
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 2:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
28h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:15 - 18:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
R14 686Emirates
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Feb 9
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15:10 - 0:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
30h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:10 - 14:10DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 231Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 13
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 0:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
31h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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9:35 - 13:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R15 594Ethiopian Air
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 20
Emirates Logo
18:30 - 8:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
34h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:15 - 18:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 189Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to New Delhi flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to New Delhi?

Return flights from Cape Town to New Delhi typically range from R11 672 to R15 595. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R12 257 on Qatar Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to New Delhi. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to New Delhi?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to New Delhi at R10 820 return.
•December (R16 371) and November (R15 165) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to New Delhi the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to New Delhi are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% 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 New Delhi flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

R7 236
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to New Delhi

When to book flights from Cape Town to New Delhi

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to New Delhi?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to New Delhi takes 00m, covering 14 929 km.

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

    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 New Delhi flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to New Delhi range from R11 672 to R15 595, with an average of R13 611 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 672 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 3% above the R13 611 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to New Delhi 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 R12 257 to R71 137. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to New Delhi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 656, which is 34% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Cape Town to New Delhi usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Cape Town to New Delhi. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at R12 770 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R14 240, a difference of R1 470.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 43m, compared to 17h 48m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 20h 17m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and New Delhi?

    New Delhi is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (India Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to New Delhi 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average R12 770, which is about R1 470 less than Tuesday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to New Delhi trip for May. Fares historically average R10 820 return in that month – typically R5 551 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport.

    • Holiday Inn New Delhi Aerocity By IHG
    • Radisson Blu Plaza Delhi
    • ibis New Delhi Aerocity

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