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Cheapest return flight
£822
Typical prices: £910-£1,375
Turkish Airlines
Fri 26/1Fri 16/2
YVR - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£655
Typical prices: £669-£886
Turkish Airlines
Thu 15/3
YVR - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £1,160 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 25h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Cape Town (YVR-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Vancouver to Cape Town

Tue, 26 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
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20:00 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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00:55 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£822Turkish Airlines
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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20:00 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 17:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£823Turkish Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
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20:00 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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00:55 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
£825Turkish Airlines
Fri, 15 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan
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20:00 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 18:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 50m1 stop Istanbul
£830Turkish Airlines
Mon, 25 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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20:00 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 17:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£856Turkish Airlines
Sat, 20 Mar - Tue, 6 Apr
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20:00 - 23:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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01:15 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 05m1 stop Istanbul
£857Turkish Airlines
Mon, 25 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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20:00 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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17:15 - 17:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 40m1 stop Istanbul
£857Turkish Airlines
Wed, 24 Mar - Tue, 6 Apr
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20:00 - 12:05YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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01:15 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 05m1 stop Istanbul
£858Turkish Airlines
Tue, 29 Dec - Mon, 1 Feb
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13:36 - 18:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 24m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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09:00 - 22:11CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
46h 11m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
£909United Airlines
Mon, 15 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr
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20:50 - 18:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 10m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Denver Intl Newark
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09:00 - 21:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
45h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
£909United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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

Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town typically range from £910 to £1,375. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £822 on Turkish Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town at £834 return.
•July (£1,479) and December (£1,469) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£655
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 85% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Vancouver to Cape Town

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

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

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

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

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

    Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town range from £910 to £1,375, with an average of £1,119 over the past 12 months. Anything below £910 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the £1,119 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 £822 to £8,191. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,098, which is 32% 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 averaging £20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

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

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

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £932 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £1,257, a difference of £325.

    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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 25h 50m, compared to 29h 18m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 30h 24m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

    Cape Town is 9 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Pacific 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 Newlands Cricket Ground, Camps Bay Beach, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £932, about £325 less than Thursday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average £834 return in that month – typically £644 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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