Traveling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter South Africa. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before booking your cheap ticket from YYC to CPT, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is C$1,072. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,528. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap flight tickets from YYC to CPT, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flight tickets from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Calgary International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 1 minute.
After an easy way to start to your break? Stay near YYC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel near CPT if you're on a late flight from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYC to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC then.
More about Cape Town
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the top stays in Cape Town right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from YYC to CPT:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are top sights which should feature on any good Cape Town itinerary.
Complete your Cape Town trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Cape Town International Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Cape Town.