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Cheapest return flight
£559
Typical prices: £656-£880
Ethiopian Air
Fri 9/11Sat 17/11
LIS - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£388
Typical prices: £423-£594
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/1
LIS - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Lisbon 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 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 12% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ)
Cheapest • Avg £721 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 15h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Lisbon to Cape Town (LIS-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Lisbon to Cape Town

Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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14:40 - 13:00LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 14:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
25h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
£559Ethiopian Air
Thu, 3 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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07:00 - 13:30LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 30m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 08:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
20h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
£562Ethiopian Air
Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 9 Feb
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13:10 - 14:10LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 08:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
20h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
£563Ethiopian Air
Sun, 31 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:40 - 13:00LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 20m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 08:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
20h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
£572Ethiopian Air
Sat, 21 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec
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14:15 - 13:00LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 08:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
19h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
£572Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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14:15 - 13:00LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
26h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
£574Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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14:15 - 13:00LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 45m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 22:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
33h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
£575Ethiopian Air
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
07:00 - 13:00LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 00m2 stops Vienna Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 15:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
27h 20m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Vienna Intl
£575Ethiopian Air
Thu, 21 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
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20:45 - 18:00LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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18:30 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
19h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
£688Emirates
Thu, 25 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
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13:35 - 11:35LIS  Lisbon Humberto Delgado-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:40 - 11:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-LIS Lisbon Humberto Delgado
24h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
£689Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Lisbon to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a return flight from Lisbon to Cape Town?

Return flights from Lisbon to Cape Town typically range from £656 to £880. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £559 on Ethiopian Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Lisbon to Cape Town. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Lisbon to Cape Town at £656 return.
•June (£1,081) and December (£840) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Lisbon to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Lisbon to Cape Town are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Lisbon to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

£388
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 58% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Lisbon to Cape Town

When to book flights from Lisbon to Cape Town

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Lisbon to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Lisbon to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 5,328 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Lisbon 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 Lisbon to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Lisbon to Cape Town range from £656 to £880, with an average of £744 over the past 12 months. Anything below £656 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the £744 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Lisbon 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 £559 to £4,434. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Lisbon to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £523, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 £20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Lisbon to Cape Town usually depart from Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 47% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Lisbon to Cape Town. Friday is the cheapest departure day at £665 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £893, a difference of £228.

    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 Lisbon to Cape Town?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 43m, compared to 16h 03m via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) and 16h 29m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

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

    Cape Town is 2 hours ahead of Lisbon (South Africa Time vs Western 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 Lisbon 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average £665, about £228 less than Thursday fares (26% 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 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Lisbon to Cape Town trip for March. Fares historically average £656 return in that month – typically £425 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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