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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,253
Typical prices: C$ 1,647-C$ 2,058
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/1Fri 16/2
YUL - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,043
Typical prices: C$ 1,343-C$ 1,607
Qatar Airways
Fri 2/3
YUL - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 19% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,470 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 20h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Montreal to Cape Town (YUL-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Montreal to Cape Town

Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
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8:25 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 10m3 stops New York LaGuardia Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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7:20 a.m. - 2:36 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
38h 16m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,253Multiple Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
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8:25 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
46h 10m3 stops New York LaGuardia Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 p.m. - 2:36 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
31h 11m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,253Multiple Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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6:50 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 20m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:25 p.m. - 1:28 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
26h 03m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
C$ 1,572United Airlines
Sun, 7 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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6:50 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 20m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:25 p.m. - 1:28 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
26h 03m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
C$ 1,572United Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec
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4:40 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
41h 05m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:20 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
36h 50m1 stop Zurich
C$ 1,572SWISS
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec
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4:40 p.m. - 2:35 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
38h 55m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
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9:20 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
36h 50m1 stop Zurich
C$ 1,572SWISS
Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 6:35 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 p.m. - 5:27 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
27h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 1,701Delta
Sun, 17 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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2:45 p.m. - 6:35 p.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 p.m. - 8:36 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
42h 46m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson New York LaGuardia
C$ 1,701Delta
Thu, 25 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
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9:05 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
32h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,804Qatar Airways
Mon, 18 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb
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9:05 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.YUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
32h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
C$ 1,824Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town at C$ 1,504 round-trip.
•July (C$ 2,484) and December (C$ 2,145) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,043
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 68% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Montreal to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Montreal 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 Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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 Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town take?

    A direct flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 20,560 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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 Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town range from C$ 1,647 to C$ 2,058, with an average of C$ 1,862 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,647 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the C$ 1,862 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,305, which is 6% below 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 averaging C$ 37 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,822 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 2,018, a difference of C$ 196.

    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 layover airport when travelling from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 49m, compared with 21h 08m via Newark (EWR) and 22h 21m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 1,822, about C$ 196 less than Saturday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 1,504 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 980 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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