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Cheapest return flight
£532
Typical prices: £592-£847
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Fri 7/12Tue 23/1
HAM - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£426
Typical prices: £473-£672
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/2
HAM - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Hamburg and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 13% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £583 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hamburg to Cape Town (HAM-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Hamburg to Cape Town

Mon, 7 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan
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11:00 - 14:35HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:35 - 21:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
27h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£532Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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06:10 - 21:25HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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07:40 - 21:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£534KLM
Mon, 18 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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06:10 - 09:45HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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08:30 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£541Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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06:10 - 21:25HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:25 - 14:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
19h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£542KLM
Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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06:10 - 09:45HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 35m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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08:30 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£543Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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11:00 - 10:45HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 15:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
21h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£549Condor
Mon, 18 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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06:10 - 12:40HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:20 - 10:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
20h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
£550Multiple Airlines
Mon, 18 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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06:10 - 12:40HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 30m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:25 - 14:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
20h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£551KLM
Mon, 23 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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18:40 - 22:40HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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08:30 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£555Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
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11:20 - 06:25HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
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07:30 - 21:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
15h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£558KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Hamburg to Cape Town flights

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

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town at £607 return.
  • July (£880) and December (£876) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Hamburg to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Hamburg to Cape Town are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Hamburg to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£426
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Hamburg to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Cape Town?

    Flights from Hamburg to Cape Town usually depart from Hamburg (HAM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Hamburg to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Hamburg to Cape Town.

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

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

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Hamburg to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £645 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £754, a difference of £109. 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 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Camps Bay Beach, and Newlands Cricket Ground. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hamburg to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of £695. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Hamburg to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 6,071 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hamburg 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 Hamburg 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 £532 to £4,436. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Hamburg to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hamburg to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £600, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 56m, compared to 15h 17m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 36m 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 £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Sixt
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Woodford

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

    Return flights from Hamburg to Cape Town range from £592 to £847, with an average of £695 over the past 12 months. Anything below £592 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Hamburg 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £645 – about £109 less than Friday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hamburg to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average £607 return in that month – typically £273 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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