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Cheapest return flight
£623
Typical prices: £673-£903
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Sun 21/1Fri 26/1
CPH - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£581
Typical prices: £420-£662
SWISS
Fri 16/2
CPH - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Copenhagen and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 9% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £558 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 14h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town (CPH-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Copenhagen to Cape Town

Thu, 21 Jan - Tue, 26 Jan
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18:15 - 10:45CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 16:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
23h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£623Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 18 Dec
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19:50 - 14:10CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 08:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
18h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
£640Ethiopian Air
Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 28 Dec
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18:15 - 10:45CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 30m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
18h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£665Multiple Airlines
Mon, 30 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:50 - 14:10CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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14:30 - 08:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
19h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
£702Ethiopian Air
Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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19:20 - 22:40CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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08:30 - 09:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£703Multiple Airlines
Fri, 8 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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13:00 - 10:45CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 12:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
18h 25m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£707Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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06:00 - 09:45CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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08:30 - 09:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£711Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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06:00 - 22:40CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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18:25 - 13:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
20h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£712KLM
Mon, 16 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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06:00 - 09:45CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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08:30 - 09:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
25h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£712Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 16 Dec
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19:20 - 22:40CPH  Kastrup Copenhagen-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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00:30 - 18:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-CPH Kastrup Copenhagen
18h 45m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£715KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Copenhagen to Cape Town flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Copenhagen to Cape Town. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Copenhagen to Cape Town at £696 return.
•July (£1,044) and December (£978) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Copenhagen to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£581
Beat the crowds with an average 79% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 133% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Copenhagen to Cape Town

When to book flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from Copenhagen to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 6,196 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Copenhagen 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.

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

    Return flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town range from £673 to £903, with an average of £767 over the past 12 months. Anything below £673 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the £767 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Copenhagen 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 £623 to £4,166. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Copenhagen to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £588, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Copenhagen to Cape Town?

    Flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town usually depart from Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Copenhagen to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £726 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £793, a difference of £67.

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

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

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 49m, compared to 15h 24m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 16h 14m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between Copenhagen and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour ahead of Copenhagen (South Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    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.

Your guide to booking Copenhagen 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average £726, about £67 less than Sunday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Copenhagen to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average £696 return in that month – typically £348 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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