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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 808
Typical prices: C$ 576-C$ 911
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Fri 23/11Sat 1/12
HRE - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,096
Typical prices: C$ 865-C$ 1,042
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Mon 5/11Sat 10/11
HRE - CPT • Direct
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You can fly direct with Airlink. Average duration is 3h 15m
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Most punctual • 97% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
13 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 24% price drop
January
Most popular
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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 616 (round-trip)
Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE)
Shortest trip • 4h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Harare to Cape Town (HRE-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Harare to Cape Town

Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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10:50 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:00 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
7h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
C$ 808Airlink
Fri, 6 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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8:50 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
6h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
C$ 809Airlink
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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5:05 p.m. - 10:50 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:00 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
7h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
C$ 829Airlink
Fri, 27 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
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10:50 a.m. - 6:35 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:20 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
8h 35m1 stop Johannesburg Lanseria
C$ 849Airlink
Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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9:25 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
3h 15mdirect
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9:20 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
8h 35m1 stop Johannesburg Lanseria
C$ 889Airlink
Mon, 4 Jan - Thu, 7 Jan
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10:50 a.m. - 6:35 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 45m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:35 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
3h 10mdirect
C$ 905Airlink
Fri, 23 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
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9:25 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
3h 15mdirect
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9:00 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
8h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
C$ 906Airlink
Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
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7:10 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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1:50 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
3h 10mdirect
C$ 908Airlink
Fri, 1 Jan - Wed, 6 Jan
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1:30 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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1:50 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
3h 10mdirect
C$ 915Airlink
Sun, 27 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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9:25 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.HRE  Harare-CPT Cape Town Intl
3h 15mdirect
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6:05 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-HRE Harare
6h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
C$ 916Airlink
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Harare to Cape Town flights

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

Round-trip flights from Harare to Cape Town typically range from C$ 576 to C$ 911. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 808, on Airlink.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Harare to Cape Town. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Harare to Cape Town at C$ 553 round-trip.
•December (C$ 893) and September (C$ 774) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Harare to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Harare to Cape Town are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Harare to Cape Town

 
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Paul Rubio

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Key details for Harare to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 594
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Harare to Cape Town

When to book flights from Harare to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Harare 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 Harare to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Harare to Cape Town?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Harare to Cape Town:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:25 am and lands at 12:40 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:30 pm and lands at 5:45 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 15m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Harare to Cape Town.

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

    A direct flight from Harare to Cape Town takes 3h 15m, covering 3,495 km.

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

    Round-trip flights from Harare to Cape Town range from C$ 576 to C$ 911, with an average of C$ 727 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 576 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 19% above the C$ 727 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Harare to Cape Town?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 616 round-trip via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared to C$ 953 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Harare to Cape Town?

    Airlink is the only airline operating Harare to Cape Town flights. 97% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Harare to Cape Town?

    The Embraer 190 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Airlink and Qatar Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Harare to Cape Town spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Harare to Cape Town flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Harare to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 621, which is 56% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Harare to Cape Town usually depart from Harare (HRE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Harare to Cape Town?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Harare to Cape Town?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Harare to Cape Town route, 3% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 27m.

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

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

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 99% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 0% of one-stop connections
    • Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE) – 0% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Harare to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 695 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 802, a difference of C$ 107.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Harare to Cape Town?

    Only Airlink operates flights between Harare and Cape Town.

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

    Flying via Gaborone Sir Seretse Khama (GBE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 15m, compared with 4h 45m via Manzini King Mswati III Intl (SHO) and 7h 08m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Harare to Cape Town flights?

    Among airlines operating Harare to Cape Town flights:

    • Airlink: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Harare to Cape Town flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Airlink: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qatar Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Does Cape Town International Airport have a car rental center?

    Yes. Travelers can pick up and drop off rental cars at the airport. CPT has car rental facilities in front of the Transport Plaza and Central Terminal Building, where nine car-rental agencies operate. Onsite companies include Avis, Europcar, First Car Rental, Bluu, Hertz, Sani, Tempest Car Hire, Woodford and Capital Car Hire.

  • Does Cape Town International Airport offer accessible services?

    Yes, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) offers low-gradient ramps, travelators and dedicated lifts on all levels. Wheelchair assistance and assistance staff are also available to help travelers with limited mobility move through the airport.

Your guide to booking Harare 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 695, about C$ 107 less than Sunday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Harare to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 553 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 340 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 616 round-trip on this route – about C$ 338 less than direct flights (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
  • Plan to reach Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE) about 3 hours before departure. That should give you enough time to check in, go through security and board your flight on time.
  • When you're flying through Cape Town International Airport (CPT), head to the Central Terminal Building for check-in. As one of South Africa's and Africa's busiest airports, it serves Cape Town and has two terminals: one for international flights and one for domestic flights.
  • If you need help or information at CPT, go to the information desk in Domestic Arrivals.
  • If you want entertainment on board, South African Airways offers movies, TV shows and documentaries. On select flights, you can also use your personal device with the Airscape Everhub Streaming box.

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