Travelling from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), there's a selection of airports you can take off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are among Vancouver's main terminals.
Cape Town is 9 hours ahead of Vancouver. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Vancouver to CPT.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 33 minutes.
Have an early flight from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to freshen up with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport, check out these options when setting off from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can arrive at CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 16 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Vancouver to CPT? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CPT:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport from ₹ 82,827 or travel return from just ₹ 91,473. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
To pick up flight tickets from Vancouver to CPT, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
April is the quietest time to travel to Cape Town. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in June. This is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport.
Schedule your flight from Vancouver to CPT for February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC to 27ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Cape Town right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are major attractions which should feature on every Cape Town itinerary.
Complete your Cape Town trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Vancouver to Cape Town International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Cape Town. Browse the deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.
