YVR - CPT

R13 741 Find Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Cape Town

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town departing on 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
R16 086
Typical prices: R16 714-R23 684
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/11Tue 24/11
YVR - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R13 741
Typical prices: R17 408-R29 134
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Tue 18/8
YVR - CPT • 2 stops
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Cheapest • from R23 287 (return)
Best reviews • 7,8 score
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Direct flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl and Cape Town. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg R19 417 (return)
Shortest trip • 24h 40m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Cape Town (YVR-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Vancouver to Cape Town that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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22:30 - 12:35
YVR
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CPT
53h 05m
3 stops
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14:25 - 23:10
CPT
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YVR
41h 45m
3 stops
R16 086Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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22:30 - 12:35
YVR
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CPT
53h 05m
3 stops
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14:25 - 18:20
CPT
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YVR
36h 55m
3 stops
R18 679Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 25
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19:20 - 12:35
YVR
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CPT
32h 15m
3 stops
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23:25 - 23:10
CPT
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YVR
56h 45m
2 stops
R21 404Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 18
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22:30 - 12:35
YVR
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CPT
53h 05m
3 stops
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23:25 - 18:20
CPT
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YVR
51h 55m
2 stops
R21 437Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 20
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16:40 - 20:55
YVR
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CPT
43h 15m
1 stop
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19:25 - 14:50
CPT
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YVR
28h 25m
1 stop
R23 287SWISS
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 20
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16:15 - 9:30
YVR
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CPT
32h 15m
1 stop
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19:25 - 14:50
CPT
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YVR
28h 25m
1 stop
R23 700Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 20
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18:35 - 17:10
YVR
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CPT
37h 35m
2 stops
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20:00 - 14:42
CPT
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YVR
27h 42m
2 stops
R23 717United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 25
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9:40 - 9:30
YVR
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CPT
38h 50m
2 stops
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18:55 - 22:48
CPT
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YVR
36h 53m
2 stops
R23 733Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 19
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16:40 - 20:55
YVR
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CPT
43h 15m
1 stop
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8:00 - 20:06
CPT
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YVR
45h 06m
2 stops
R23 882SWISS
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 21
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18:35 - 17:10
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CPT
37h 35m
2 stops
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18:25 - 13:45
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YVR
28h 20m
2 stops
R23 898United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver Intl to Cape Town flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town departing in November.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town is January, where tickets cost R17 011 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R32 899 and R29 117 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMay
Cheapest flightR13 741
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Vancouver to Cape Town flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town was R13 741 for a one-way ticket and R16 086 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    When flying out of Vancouver you will be using Vancouver Intl. You will be landing at Cape Town, also known as Cape Town Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Vancouver and Cape Town, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Vancouver to Cape Town, British Airways or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Cape Town are British Airways and KLM. With an average price for the route of R19 354 and an overall rating of 6,7, British Airways is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R27 320 and an overall rating of 7,8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Vancouver to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Vancouver is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Vancouver to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Vancouver up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Vancouver to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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KLMOverall score based on 1530 reviews
7,7Comfort
8,4Crew
7,2Entertainment
7,3Food
7,8Boarding
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Brand new plane lots of room the snack was very flavourful and enjoyable

10,0 ExcellentBob, May 2026
MAD - AMS
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Brand new plane lots of room the snack was very flavourful and enjoyable

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

The service was great. However the lounge only gets passing grade

Transfer at CDG to connecting KLM flight to Amsterdam was a NIGHTMARE. LONG WALKWAYS, NO MOVING WALKWAYS, POOR signage, Have to take a train & No staff visible to help navigate the maze. AVOID TRANSFER AT CDG AT ALL COST.

I tried to upgrade to premium economy anis seat online during the checkin process. The payment didn’t work due to a technical glitch on KLM’s website. I wasn’t able to change my seat unless I called Amsterdam. Since I was in Canada and there’s a time difference this wasn’t practical. So when I arrived early to Ottawa airport my seat wasn’t available and I could only get a middle seat in premium economy which isn’t great. These middle seats are priced at the same rate as an aisle seat which makes no sense.

Transavia flight. Couldn't select seat or anything prior to flight. No connection with klm systems. Seats are very crammed. Extremely no frills.

It’s chaotic at the bus stop outside of the airport because of the Uber meeting point. You need to be alert and look for the KLM bus which is not branded or labeled. Incorrect information was provided to go to gate 28, when in fact the bus was at gate 27. On the plus side the bus left early and arrived early to Ottawa.

The flight itself it was great nice food the crew were very nice and helpful, Checking in from Birmingham wasn't great long queues for bag dropped, And I had my hand luggage case taken away from me even though I requested to have it with me as I had breakables items. I was told I can not because of the length of the flight with no explanation at all no options was given for me to take my fragile items out of my case it was taken away with hold buggage I find the staff member who was checking me in very unpleasant !! Can we please be advise if the rules have changed about the the carry on hand luggage it will be easier to be advise on booking your tickect if we not allowed to take the hand luggage with me. Overall I had a good flight .

Amazing KLM service and brilliant economy comfort seats. Well worth the extra.

This was a special trip so we booked first class. It was obviously an old plane as the seats weren't that comfortable or spacious. We were delayed 45mins taking off as the "little engine that starts the big engines doesn't work". The powered divider between myself and the next seat in first class didn't work and my electrically powdered seat didn't work so I had to move seats to try and get some sleep. Food and drink were good, crew were great. But I'll never fly with BA again.

The A350 is a great plane but BA's seating was incredibly tight (eg compared to the same plane as flown by BA's partner Finnair) and with a middle seat it was very claustrophobic

Staff and crew where very nice and friendly. Just need to improve the timming om the meal and beverages.

Lost bag - again. No help from staff at Nice - they have a handling agent who does nothing No emergency kit Try calling BA - they eventually found the bag - now on later flight. Trying to get someone to help in the short term is impossible. If I am unhappy - then I have to log it on a website. The agent said he was only able to help with future bookings - not assist in the chaos BA had caused. IF YOU WANT SERVICE WHEN THINGS GO WRONG - PICK ANYONE BUT BA. Personally - I'm joining ABBA (Anyone But BA) again.

Food and entertainment non existent as we were only in the air 25 mins so totally understandable

I asked for assistance for my mobility issues. It took over 45 min to find someone to take me to the security. then I was deposited at the lounge and I was supposed to be picked up. No one came. I almost missed the flight. There was no offer of extra water, snacks or anything on the flight. Food was OK given that I am gluten and diary free. Seats were uncomfortable and very little stow away space.

The crew were friendly and helpful, really appreciated. The food was pretty nice. a smidge more leg room would always be welcome but when you buy cheap you get what you get :)

Was downgraded from Premium Economy to Economy and no indication of any compensation.

The seat pod in business class was dirty and had some white liquid in the food tray. The steward was perfunctory and the hot food was dry. There were lots of children crying as well and the parents could have used a little more help from the crew.

They didn’t serve my special order meal. And the “free internet” didn’t work

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