Flying from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Singapore. Explore your options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP) when searching for a flight from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
Cape Town is six hours behind Singapore. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Singapore to CPT won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Singapore to CPT with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SIN and CPT include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The journey from central Singapore to SIN takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Changi International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Changi International Airport, 68.95% land on time at their destination.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
You can arrive at XSP from the centre of Singapore in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to CPT flight:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near CPT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Singapore to Cape Town International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport is ₹ 36,184. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 66,075. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Singapore to CPT. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Cheap Singapore to Cape Town International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Singapore to CPT is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a better deal is available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is when most people book flights from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Visit Cape Town in April if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Singapore to CPT flight ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July has temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
After booking your flight from Singapore to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cape Town:
Your trip to Cape Town should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that should be on your list include Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Journey about 121 kilometres north-west to Saldanha to tick off its popular sights. From North Head Lighthouse to Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in South Africa, head for Ceres, about 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde are key highlights.
