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Cheapest return flight
R18 758
Typical prices: R14 758-R24 389
British Airways
Sun 4/2Wed 7/2
CPT - YVR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R12 060
Typical prices: R12 590-R17 683
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/2
CPT - YVR • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Vancouver Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 31% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg R14 096 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 27h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Vancouver (CPT-YVR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl

Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
Lufthansa Logo
15:20 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
19:20 - 6:40YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R17 290Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
Lufthansa Logo
9:30 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
39h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
18:20 - 6:40YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R17 455Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
Air France Logo
8:30 - 16:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
Air France Logo
17:35 - 5:25YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
R17 620Air France
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
SWISS Logo
12:20 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
34h 25m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich Frankfurt am Main
SWISS Logo
14:25 - 6:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Zurich
R17 999SWISS
3+ days ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 20:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:55 - 9:30YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R18 758British Airways
1 day ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 20:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:55 - 9:30YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R18 791British Airways
14 hours ago
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
British Airways Logo
20:40 - 20:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:55 - 9:30YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
R18 907British Airways
2 days ago
Tue, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 15
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:55 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:00 - 11:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
R20 144Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, Nov 28 - Sat, Dec 5
Lufthansa Logo
19:10 - 15:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
29h 40m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
19:20 - 6:40YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
50h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R23 741Lufthansa
10 hours ago
Wed, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 15
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 18:19CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
30h 29m2 stops Newark San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
18:15 - 17:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 45m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Denver Intl Newark
R29 267United Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport typically range from R14 758 to R24 389. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R18 758 on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport at R13 644 return.
•August (R21 233) and June (R21 117) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest in the 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are 21% below average.

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Key details for Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R12 060
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 26 480 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    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 Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport range from R14 758 to R24 389, with an average of R19 661 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 758 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 21% below the route average of R19 661. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport 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 R18 758 to R38 655. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R19 847, which is 35% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R33 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R14 469 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R24 219, a difference of R9 750.

    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 Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 27h 16m, compared to 28h 01m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 29h 41m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Vancouver Intl Airport is 9 hours behind Cape Town (Pacific Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average R14 469, about R9 750 less than Friday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, booking last minute (within 2 weeks of departure) tends to be around 21% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R13 644 return in that month – typically R7 589 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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