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

Flights from Quito to Cape Town usually depart from Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 47% on the Quito to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R20 341 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R37 722, a difference of R17 380. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Quito to Cape Town?

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.

Have flight prices from Quito to Cape Town 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 R23 094 to R119 518. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Quito and Cape Town?

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Quito (South Africa Time vs Ecuador Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include: · Europcar · Sixt · GREEN MOTION · Hertz · Woodford

How much should I expect to pay for a Quito to Cape Town flight?

Return flights from Quito to Cape Town range from R21 251 to R36 010, with an average of R29 488 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 251 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Quito to Cape Town?

United Airlines (R23 094) and Turkish Airlines (R28 775) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Quito to Cape Town according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Typical prices: R21 251-R36 010

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Tue, Feb 16 - Sun, Feb 28

1:35 - 16:10UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

55h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20:50 - 0:30CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

34h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

R23 094United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 22

0:35 - 17:10UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

57h 35m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark

19:50 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

34h 35m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

R23 110United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

0:35 - 15:20UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19:50 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

34h 35m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

R23 318United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

0:35 - 15:20UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19:50 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

34h 35m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

R24 278United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

0:35 - 15:20UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19:50 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

34h 35m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

R25 510United Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

0:35 - 15:20UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19:50 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

34h 35m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

R25 719United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Nov 14

4:45 - 6:45UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

43h 00m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

12:40 - 1:10CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

43h 30m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado

R25 975Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19

0:35 - 15:20UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

31h 45m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19:50 - 23:25CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

34h 35m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl

R27 639United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sat, Nov 14

3:30 - 6:45UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

20h 15m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

12:40 - 1:10CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

43h 30m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Bogotá El Dorado

R28 391Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 17 - Sun, Feb 28

10:10 - 12:05UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr-CPT Cape Town Intl

42h 55m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado Panama City Tocumen Intl Istanbul

17:20 - 0:32CPT Cape Town Intl-UIO Quito Mariscal Sucr

38h 12m3 stops Istanbul Bogotá El Dorado Panama City Tocumen Intl

R28 775Turkish Airlines

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

Return flights from Quito to Cape Town start at R23 094. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R21 251 to R36 010. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R23 094 on United Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Quito to Cape Town?
Flights from Quito to Cape Town usually depart from Quito Mariscal Sucr (UIO) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Quito to Cape Town?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 47% on the Quito to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at R20 341 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R37 722, a difference of R17 380. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?
Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Quito to Cape Town?
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.
Have flight prices from Quito to Cape Town 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 R23 094 to R119 518. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Quito and Cape Town?
Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Quito (South Africa Time vs Ecuador Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?
Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Europcar
· Sixt
· GREEN MOTION
· Hertz
· Woodford
How much should I expect to pay for a Quito to Cape Town flight?
Return flights from Quito to Cape Town range from R21 251 to R36 010, with an average of R29 488 over the past 12 months. Anything below R21 251 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average R20 341 – about R17 380 less than Saturday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Quito to Cape Town trip for October. Fares historically average R20 341 return in that month – typically R19 813 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
- Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
- Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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