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Cheapest return flight
R10 631
Typical prices: R10 939-R14 466
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/1Thu 22/3
CPT - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R5 739-R8 251
Qatar Airways
Wed 31/1
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
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 15% price drop
November
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R12 354 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 17h 18m (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

Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Mar 22
Qatar Airways Logo
19:25 - 14:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
16h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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16:10 - 10:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 631Qatar Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Thu, Feb 4
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19:25 - 14:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
16h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
21:40 - 17:25DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 346Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 18
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 14:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
22h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 17:25DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 379Qatar Airways
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 7
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
14h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:35 - 13:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R11 728Ethiopian Air
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 0:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
30h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:35 - 13:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R13 771Ethiopian Air
Thu, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:25 - 8:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
19h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl
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16:10 - 10:30DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 854Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:00 - 3:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
17h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:20 - 21:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 568Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Nov 4
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 8:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
15h 05m1 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
R16 080Ethiopian Air
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
Emirates Logo
13:35 - 19:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
26h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
21:30 - 16:45DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 628Emirates
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 11
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13:35 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
21h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
16:15 - 18:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
R17 625Emirates
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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 R10 939 to R14 466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 631 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, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to New Delhi. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% 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 880 return.
•December (R14 402) and August (R14 053) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% 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 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% 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

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Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 16% increase in traveller numbers.
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 R10 939 to R14 466, with an average of R12 826 over the past 12 months. Anything below R10 939 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 12% above the R12 826 route average. Book 23 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 R10 631 to R49 177. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x 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 472, which is 37% 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) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 12% 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 15% on flights from Cape Town to New Delhi. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R12 010 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R14 103, a difference of R2 093.

    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 New Delhi?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 17h 18m, compared to 18h 42m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 19h 51m 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average R12 010, about R2 093 less than Friday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% 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 880 return in that month – typically R3 522 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.

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

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