ZAG - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R11 891
Typical prices: R13 114-R17 293
Air France, KLM
Tue 4/12Tue 18/12
ZAG - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Zagreb and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 8% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Cheapest • Avg R12 848 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 14h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zagreb to Cape Town (ZAG-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zagreb to Cape Town

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 18
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8:20 - 6:25ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:30 - 23:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R11 891Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 18
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6:40 - 6:25ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:30 - 23:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R12 395KLM
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 18
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6:40 - 6:25ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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15:20 - 13:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
22h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 568KLM
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 18
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6:50 - 10:45ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
28h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R14 171Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Dec 14
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20:05 - 23:00ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 55m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
19h 15m1 stop Istanbul
R14 708Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:30 - 15:45ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 15m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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19:15 - 13:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
19h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 774Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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16:40 - 14:35ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:30 - 12:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
28h 05m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 855Lufthansa
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 18
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9:00 - 10:35ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:10 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
21h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R15 914Lufthansa
Thu, Dec 31 - Fri, Jan 22
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20:05 - 9:45ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 40m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
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17:15 - 19:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
26h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R15 963Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5
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11:30 - 13:00ZAG  Zagreb Franjo Tuđman-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 30m3 stops Belgrade Nikola Tesla Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 21:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZAG Zagreb Franjo Tuđman
31h 25m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl Belgrade Nikola Tesla
R16 093Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Zagreb to Cape Town flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zagreb to Cape Town?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zagreb to Cape Town and is 15% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 78% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Zagreb to Cape Town flights

Low season

May
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.

When to book flights from Zagreb to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zagreb 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 Zagreb to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Zagreb to Cape Town usually depart from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Zagreb to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Zagreb to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 53% on the Zagreb to Cape Town route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 249 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R25 524, a difference of R13 275. 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 Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Zagreb to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Zagreb to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 14 261 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zagreb 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 Zagreb 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 R11 891 to R68 265. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Zagreb to Cape Town?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 31m, compared to 15h 59m via Istanbul (IST) and 16h 49m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • 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 R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Return flights from Zagreb to Cape Town range from R13 114 to R17 293, with an average of R14 301 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 114 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Zagreb 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 249 – about R13 275 less than Sunday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zagreb to Cape Town trip for December. Fares historically average R13 194 return in that month – typically R4 658 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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