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Cheapest return flight
£501
Typical prices: £558-£820
KLM
Wed 17/1Thu 1/2
VIE - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£311
Typical prices: £421-£660
Multiple Airlines
Sat 17/11
VIE - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vienna and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
22 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU)
Cheapest • Avg £543 (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vienna to Cape Town (VIE-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Vienna to Cape Town

Sun, 17 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
KLM Logo
06:50 - 09:45VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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18:25 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
22h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£501KLM
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 24 Jan
KLM Logo
06:50 - 09:45VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
KLM Logo
18:25 - 16:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
22h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£501KLM
Sun, 17 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 09:45VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 55m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:20 - 11:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
21h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
£501Multiple Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:30 - 13:00VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 06:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£503Ethiopian Air
Thu, 5 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:00 - 13:00VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 06:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£503Ethiopian Air
Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:30 - 13:00VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 30m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 06:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£504Ethiopian Air
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec
Air France Logo
18:20 - 17:20VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 00m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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08:30 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
15h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£628Air France
Mon, 1 Feb - Tue, 2 Feb
Condor Logo
11:10 - 10:45VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 10:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£677Condor
Tue, 16 Feb - Sat, 20 Mar
Condor Logo
17:10 - 10:45VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Condor Logo
18:35 - 10:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
16h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£866Condor
Wed, 25 Nov - Mon, 11 Jan
Condor Logo
11:10 - 10:45VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 15:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
22h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£868Condor
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vienna 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 Vienna to Cape Town?

Return flights from Vienna to Cape Town typically range from £558 to £820. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £501 on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna 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 Vienna to Cape Town. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Cape Town at £506 return.
•December (£1,053) and July (£814) 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 flights from Vienna to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Vienna to Cape Town are cheapest 22 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 Vienna to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£311
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 86% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vienna to Cape Town

When to book flights from Vienna to Cape Town

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Vienna to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 5,669 miles.

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

    Return flights from Vienna to Cape Town range from £558 to £820, with an average of £660 over the past 12 months. Anything below £558 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 4% above the £660 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Vienna 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 £501 to £4,293. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Vienna to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £327, which is 34% below 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 £2 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Vienna to Cape Town usually depart from Vienna Intl (VIE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Vienna to Cape Town. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £608 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £720, a difference of £113.

    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 Vienna to Cape Town?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 47m, compared to 14h 06m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 02m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • 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 Vienna 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 Friday. On this route, Monday flights average £608, about £113 less than Friday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 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 Vienna to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average £506 return in that month – typically £547 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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