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Cheapest return flight
R15 351
Typical prices: R17 592-R29 412
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/11Sun 2/12
YVR - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R13 666
Typical prices: R14 889-R19 716
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/11
YVR - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 30% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg R24 613 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 25h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Cape Town (YVR-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 2
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23:59 - 21:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 06m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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23:25 - 23:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
57h 14m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R15 351Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23
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23:59 - 12:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
51h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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14:25 - 23:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 14m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 012Multiple Airlines
10 hours ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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23:59 - 12:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
51h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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7:20 - 23:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
49h 19m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 078Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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23:59 - 12:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
51h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 23:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 095Multiple Airlines
4 hours ago
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 27
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23:59 - 5:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 01m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:20 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 50m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 111Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Tue, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 31
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22:59 - 12:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 23:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 144Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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19:20 - 12:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
56h 15m3 stops London Heathrow Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 23:39CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R19 581Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Dec 2
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13:15 - 11:10YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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18:55 - 20:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
34h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
R19 796British Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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13:15 - 11:10YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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18:55 - 20:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
34h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
R19 994British Airways
1 day ago
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 24
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13:15 - 11:10YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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18:55 - 20:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
34h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
R20 011British Airways
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town at R17 020 return.
•July (R34 205) and December (R31 380) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 9 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R13 666
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 139% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town

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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Your Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

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

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town range from R17 592 to R29 412, with an average of R24 185 over the past 12 months. Anything below R17 592 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of R24 185. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

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

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R14 536, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 69% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 747 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R26 835, a difference of R9 088.

    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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 25h 50m, compared to 29h 10m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 30h 22m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

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

  • 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 Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R17 747, about R9 088 less than Thursday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R17 020 return in that month – typically R17 185 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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