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Cheapest return flight
£930
Typical prices: £768-£1,267
United Airlines
Sun 28/10Sun 4/11
YVR - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£673
Typical prices: £707-£880
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/11
YVR - CPT • 2 stops
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 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg £1,040 (return)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 23h 59m (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

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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08:30 - 18:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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20:50 - 12:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
48h 35m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
£930United Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
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08:25 - 18:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark
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20:50 - 23:12CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
35h 22m2 stops Newark Houston George Bush Intcntl
£931United Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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09:45 - 17:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 15m1 stop Newark
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20:50 - 20:04CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
56h 14m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
£932United Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
SWISS Logo
10:20 - 06:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
59h 15m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich
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14:15 - 22:47CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
41h 32m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Zurich Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£944SWISS
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Delta Logo
20:39 - 17:35YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
20:50 - 00:56CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
37h 06m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£952Delta
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
KLM Logo
17:35 - 05:25YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
KLM Logo
14:00 - 16:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
35h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
£961KLM
Sun, 7 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
United Airlines Logo
09:45 - 15:10YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 25m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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09:30 - 11:51CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
59h 21m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Seattle/Tacoma Intl
£973United Airlines
Fri, 2 Oct - Tue, 6 Oct
KLM Logo
19:35 - 22:10YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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23:15 - 15:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£979KLM
Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
Delta Logo
06:00 - 21:10YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 10m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Amsterdam Schiphol
Delta Logo
20:50 - 10:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
47h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
£980Delta
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 4 May
United Airlines Logo
09:45 - 17:00YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 15m1 stop Newark
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20:00 - 17:48CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
30h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Denver Intl
£983United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town start at £930. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £768 to £1,267. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £930 on United Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town and is 23% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 £740 return.
•July (£1,545) and August (£1,316) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 26% 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

June

Cheapest flight

£673
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town.

  • 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) – 75% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 5% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £776 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £1,164, a difference of £388. 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 Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 4% above the route average of £999. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 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 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £812.

  • 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 23h 59m, compared to 29h 15m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 30h 36m 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.

  • 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town range from £768 to £1,267, with an average of £999 over the past 12 months. Anything below £768 counts as a good deal.

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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £776 – about £388 less than Friday (33% 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 26% 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 £740 return in that month – typically £805 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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