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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,566
Typical prices: C$ 1,763-C$ 2,729
United Airlines
Wed 31/1Wed 28/2
YYC - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,038
Typical prices: C$ 1,588-C$ 1,805
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/11
YYC - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Calgary and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,928 (round-trip)
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)
Shortest trip • 22h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Calgary to Cape Town (YYC-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Calgary to Cape Town

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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3:30 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
40h 40m3 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 p.m. - 9:17 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
32h 27m1 stop Newark
C$ 1,559United Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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2:06 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 04m2 stops Denver Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:50 p.m. - 9:17 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
32h 27m1 stop Newark
C$ 1,559United Airlines
Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
Delta Logo
8:45 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 p.m. - 1:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
24h 15m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 1,576Delta
Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
Delta Logo
8:45 a.m. - 5:35 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
8:50 p.m. - 10:54 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
34h 04m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Minneapolis St Paul
C$ 1,576Delta
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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6:30 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
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7:10 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
30h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
C$ 1,606Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 13 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:55 a.m. - 6:40 a.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 45m2 stops Vancouver Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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8:35 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
29h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,609Multiple Airlines
Fri, 26 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar
KLM Logo
4:20 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
38h 05m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,655KLM
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
KLM Logo
4:20 p.m. - 8:45 a.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:30 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
39h 10m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,657KLM
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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6:45 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 55m2 stops Newark Johannesburg OR Tambo
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5:55 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
29h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
C$ 2,063Lufthansa
Fri, 16 Oct - Sun, 20 Dec
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3:22 p.m. - 5:10 p.m.YYC  Calgary-CPT Cape Town Intl
65h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Newark
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7:10 p.m. - 1:06 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYC Calgary
37h 56m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 2,065Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Calgary to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Calgary to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Calgary to Cape Town start at C$ 1,566. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 1,763 to C$ 2,729. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,566 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Cape Town?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to Cape Town and is 23% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 34% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to Cape Town at C$ 1,516 round-trip.
•July (C$ 3,247) and December (C$ 2,895) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 114% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Calgary to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Calgary to Cape Town are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Calgary to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,038
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Flights from Calgary to Cape Town

When to book flights from Calgary to Cape Town

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

    Flights from Calgary to Cape Town usually depart from Calgary (YYC) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Calgary to Cape Town?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Calgary to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 70% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 2% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Calgary to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,696 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 2,943, a difference of C$ 1,247. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, and Bloubergstrand Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 19% above the route average of C$ 2,186. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Calgary to Cape Town take?

    A direct flight from Calgary to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 25,385 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Calgary 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.

  • Have flight prices from Calgary to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,566 to C$ 13,059. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Calgary to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 6,650, which is 300% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Calgary to Cape Town?

    Flying via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 22h 48m, compared with 24h 39m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 27h 46m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Calgary and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 8 hours ahead of Calgary (South Africa Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Calgary to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Calgary to Cape Town range from C$ 1,763 to C$ 2,729, with an average of C$ 2,186 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,763 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Calgary 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 instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 1,696 – about C$ 1,247 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Calgary to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 1,516 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,731 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.
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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