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Flight deals from Canberra Airport to Cape Town Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Canberra Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,627. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Cape Town.$1,503 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 11, returning Mon, May 18.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Canberra on Mon, May 11, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Cape Town on Mon, May 18, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,503, select.

Cape Town.$1,545 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 12, returning Wed, Aug 26.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Canberra on Wed, Aug 12, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Cape Town on Wed, Aug 26, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,545, select.

Cape Town.$1,627 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 3, returning Mon, Apr 20.Round-trip flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Canberra on Fri, Apr 3, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Cape Town on Mon, Apr 20, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,627, select.

Cape Town.$1,889 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 30, returning Thu, Apr 2.Round-trip flight with Emirates and CemAir.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departing from Canberra on Mon, Mar 30, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with CemAir, departing from Cape Town on Thu, Apr 2, arriving in Canberra.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,889, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Canberra to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Canberra to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Canberra to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$961
Cheapest month to fly	May

Finding cheap flights from Canberra to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Canberra to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Canberra to Cape Town is $1,503. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Canberra to Cape Town?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Canberra to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,503.

How many flights are there a week from Canberra to Cape Town?

There are no flights flying from Canberra to Cape Town, as of March 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Canberra to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Cape Town is usually May.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Canberra Airport to Cape Town Airport on Monday, May 11, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Canberra Airport to Cape Town Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Canberra Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Canberra Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, Emirates offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cape Town nine hours behind Canberra.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CBR to CPT flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Right now, $961 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Canberra Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,507. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CBR to CPT if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport to Cape Town International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CBR to CPT.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Canberra Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Canberra Airport (CBR)

72.61% of flights leaving from Canberra Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Canberra to Canberra Airport is approximately 8 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Canberra Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CBR:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Reserve a hotel near CPT if you're catching a late Canberra Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and experience more of Cape Town and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from central Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

June is the busiest month for flights from Canberra Airport to Cape Town International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Cape Town in April.
Lock in your flight from Canberra Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CBR to CPT around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kilometers away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometers east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without visiting Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.