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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Harare to Cape Town:

• Earliest: departs at 09:25 and lands at 12:40
• Latest: departs at 14:30 and lands at 17:45.

The flight takes about 3h 15m.

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

A direct flight from Harare to Cape Town takes 3h 15m, covering 1,349 miles.

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.

Return flights from Harare to Cape Town range from £306 to £484, with an average of £385 over the past 12 months. Anything below £306 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the £385 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £327 return via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared with £506 for direct.

Airlink is the only airline operating Harare to Cape Town flights. 97% of its flights are on time.

The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Airlink and Qatar Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Harare to Cape Town flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Harare to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £542, which is 157% above the typical average for this route.

Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Sixt
• Europcar
• Woodford
• GREEN MOTION
• Hertz

Flights from Harare to Cape Town usually depart from Harare (HRE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Harare to Cape Town route, 3% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 27m.

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

• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 99% of one-stop connections
• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 1% of one-stop connections
• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 0% of one-stop connections
• Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE) – 0% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Harare to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £369 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £426, a difference of £57.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Airlink operates flights between Harare and Cape Town.

Flying via Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 15m, compared to 4h 45m via Manzini King Mswati III Intl (SHO) and 7h 08m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Harare to Cape Town flights:

• Airlink: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Qatar Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

In the check-in area, a paid service provider, Shrink Wrapping, will wrap your luggage to protect it from scratches, bumps or theft. You can weigh your luggage on the scales available to ensure you have complied with your airline's baggage allowance, and short-term baggage storage is available through a secure counter facility.

If you drive to the airport, you can park your car in one of the car parks around Harare Airport. The long-stay car park has different charges for undercover parking and lock-up parking, and you should reserve your spot in advance. Alternatively, there is a short-stay car park which is charged by the hour.

Bureaux de change and ATMs are available in all terminals. If you find yourself hungry, the food and drink options include full-service restaurants, fast food outlets and cafés. The airport also has a chapel, prayer rooms, pharmacy, and medical service. Self-employed porters who rely on tips are on hand to assist with your luggage. Buy a gift for your loved ones at one of the gift shops offering local souvenirs, or browse the bookshops, clothing outlets or duty-free shops. The ladies' toilets at the terminals are equipped with baby changing facilities.

The airport is fully accessible for travellers requiring special assistance, with lifts, ramps and adapted toilets located throughout the airport. Wheelchairs can be supplied, but you should communicate any special assistance request to your airline at least 48h in advance. The airport's multi-storey car park has dedicated parking facilities for passengers with limited mobility.