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Cheapest return flight
£669
Typical prices: £646-£1,057
United Airlines
Mon 5/11Mon 12/11
CPT - YVR • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£543
Typical prices: £563-£793
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/11
CPT - YVR • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Vancouver Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg £639 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 25h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Vancouver (CPT-YVR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Vancouver

Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
United Airlines Logo
20:50 - 23:11CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
35h 21m1 stop Newark
United Airlines Logo
20:15 - 17:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m2 stops San Francisco Newark
£669United Airlines
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
SWISS Logo
09:20 - 22:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
70h 27m3 stops Zurich Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
SWISS Logo
12:35 - 06:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
57h 00m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
£711SWISS
Sun, 8 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
SWISS Logo
09:20 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
37h 25m2 stops Zurich Frankfurt am Main
SWISS Logo
12:35 - 06:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
57h 00m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
£726SWISS
Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Delta Logo
23:45 - 18:46CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 01m2 stops London Heathrow Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
13:20 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City London Heathrow
£836Delta
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
Delta Logo
21:00 - 16:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 25m2 stops London Heathrow Paris Charles de Gaulle
Delta Logo
14:20 - 11:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City London Heathrow
£839Delta
Thu, 4 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
British Airways Logo
22:10 - 20:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
31h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
21:55 - 11:10YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 15m1 stop London Heathrow
£854British Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
19:10 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
14:25 - 09:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£859Lufthansa
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
SWISS Logo
09:20 - 22:02CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
69h 42m3 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
SWISS Logo
12:35 - 06:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Zurich
£861SWISS
Sun, 29 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
SWISS Logo
09:20 - 22:02CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
69h 42m3 stops Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
SWISS Logo
12:35 - 09:40YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
60h 05m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
£874SWISS
Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 17:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:00 - 11:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
£880Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

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

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport start at £669. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £646 to £1,057. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £669 on United Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport and is 19% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport at £611 return.
•March (£1,094) and August (£960) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest in the 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are 12% below average.

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Key details for Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£543
Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)
Flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Vancouver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Vancouver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 10,224 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    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 Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport range from £646 to £1,057, with an average of £808 over the past 12 months. Anything below £646 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 13% below the route average of £808. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport 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 £669 to £4,725. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £933, which is 41% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • NextCar

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

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

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £655 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £947 – a £291 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 25h 08m, compared to 28h 01m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 29h 35m via London Heathrow (LHR).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver Convention Centre, and Vancouver Harbour Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average £655 – about £291 less than Friday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, booking last minute (within 2 weeks of departure) tends to be around 12% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average £611 return in that month – typically £483 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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