Cheap flights from Tel Aviv to Cape Town

Airlines that fly from Tel Aviv to Cape Town

There are no direct flights from Tel Aviv to Cape Town. However, here in Skyscanner, we will search and find the best deals via stopovers to your destination. The two shortest options by travel time are Ethiopian Airlines connecting via Addis Ababa, and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul. Both airlines offer flights with one stopover with less than 18 hours total duration of the trip. Of course, there are many more options with other carriers connecting via airports in Europe.

Terminal Information - Departing

Flights from Tel Aviv to Cape Town operated by Ethiopian Airlines and Turkish Airlines depart from Ben Gurion Airport Terminal 3. It’s recommended to arrive at least three hours before your flight, especially if you depart during holidays or school breaks. Even if the lines for dropping off your bags or at security are long and slow, you can pass the time browsing the web with the free Wi-Fi service.

Israel’s largest international airport offers a wide variety of clothing stores, electronics, books, candy and much more. If you are planning to buy something and don’t want to carry it with you abroad - you can store it for free until your return to Israel.

If you are hungry before your flight, you can sit and relax at any of the cafes and restaurants. There are three lounges at the airport: two Dan lounges for travelers with a premium credit card, and King David Lounge for elite members of EL AL’s Matmid Club.

Terminal Information - Arriving

Regardless of the airport, you are connecting from, all flights from Tel Aviv to Cape Town arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The airport has a one-split-level terminal, and the arrival hall is located on the ground floor.

MyCiTi shuttle is a bus rapid transit system that links the airport with the city center. Buses depart every 20 minutes, and the cost of the ticket is calculated by the distance between the airport and your final destination. A Standard in Peak or Saver fare periods costs R66.90 (around ₪18). There are also various private shuttle companies that offer service and runs to other destinations.

If you choose to take a taxi, go to the authorized taxis which are metered. Travel time is about 20 minutes. You can pre-book private transportation; the ride should cost between R260-R310 (₪70-85). Renting a car is always an option, especially if you plan to travel the country.

Things you should know

Israeli citizens on flights from Tel Aviv to Cape Town don’t need to obtain a tourist visa in advance. You will be getting one for 90 days upon arrival in South Africa. Your passport must be computer readable, with two blank pages and valid for at least 30 days after your departure from South Africa. If you are flying from Ethiopia, even if you only had a stopover in Addis Ababa, you must show proof that you’ve been vaccinated against yellow fever.

Useful Information about Cape Town

The currency used in Cape Town is South African Rand = ZAR, or R before the price. Cape Town is one hour behind Tel Aviv, so when it’s 12:00 in Israel, it’s 11:00 in Cape Town. As Cape Town is in the southern hemisphere, the seasons are opposite to Israel’s: January is the warmest month, June is the coldest. The average summer temperature is 23°C, much milder compared to the summer in Tel Aviv.

Flights from Tel Aviv to Cape Town may not be the cheapest, but the city cheaper compared to Tel Aviv: a three-course meal for two costs R450, around ₪123, that’s 44% cheaper. Beers cost R25-30 (₪7-8), around 75% less than in Israel. Find out how to book cheap flights to Cape Town.

This information is correct as of June 2017