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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,709
Typical prices: C$ 1,329-C$ 2,059
Ethiopian Air
Sun 18/11Thu 22/11
YYZ - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 932
Typical prices: C$ 1,085-C$ 1,578
Turkish Airlines
Fri 2/3
YYZ - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Toronto Pearson Intl Airport and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 19% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl (GRU)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,367 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 19h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Toronto to Cape Town (YYZ-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Toronto to Cape Town

Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:20 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 8:15 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
25h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,709Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:20 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
43h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
1:50 p.m. - 8:15 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
25h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
C$ 1,711Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:35 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 00m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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11:30 p.m. - 5:26 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
47h 56m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,711Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 22 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:30 p.m. - 2:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
54h 40m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,711Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 13 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
6:15 p.m. - 10:35 a.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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2:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
29h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
C$ 1,715Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Wed, 13 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
11:10 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 30m2 stops London Heathrow Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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3:20 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
35h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
C$ 1,716Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Wed, 17 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
49h 35m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 p.m. - 11:14 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
26h 49m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,716Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, 11 Apr - Wed, 28 Apr
Kenya Airways Logo
6:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
11:30 p.m. - 5:26 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
47h 56m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,716Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
British Airways Logo
10:20 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
8:35 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
26h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,716British Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, 8 Dec - Sun, 17 Jan
British Airways Logo
10:20 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.YYZ  Toronto Pearson Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
8:35 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl
30h 40m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,736British Airways
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town typically range from C$ 1,329 to C$ 2,059. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,709, on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport 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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town at C$ 1,316 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,512) and July (C$ 2,261) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 8% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 932
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Toronto to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Toronto 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 Toronto Pearson 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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long does a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town take?

    A direct flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 21,127 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Toronto Pearson 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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town range from C$ 1,329 to C$ 2,059, with an average of C$ 1,625 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,329 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 6% below the route average of C$ 1,625. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • Have flight prices from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport 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$ 1,711 to C$ 12,861. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,231, which is 11% 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$ 38 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Newark (EWR) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) – 15% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,412 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,927, a difference of C$ 515.

    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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 46m, compared with 20h 05m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 20h 20m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Toronto Pearson Intl Airport and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Toronto Pearson 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.

  • How can I get to downtown Cape Town once I land at the airport?

    Once you land at Cape Town International Airport, make your way to the Transport Plaza opposite the Central Terminal. Here you can catch a MyCiti airport bus that will take you to the Central Bus Station in downtown Cape Town. You’ll want to take bus A01, which leaves approx. every 20min. Expect your ride to take about 30min. You can also hail a Touch Down Taxi, which are parked waiting outside Arrivals on the ground level.

  • If I’m unsure about navigating the Toronto Pearson Airport, is there someone who can help me?

    Yes. Toronto Pearson International Airport features a service called ALLWAYS Meet & Greet, which can assign you to a trained Guest Services officer who will meet you once you arrive at the airport and accompany you all the way through security and right to your departing gate. The Guest Services officer will even wait with you in a lounge or while you shop in the duty-free section. This service costs about C$ 208.

  • Can I rent a car while I’m in Cape Town?

    Yes, you can! There are several big-name car-rental companies with desks at the Cape Town airport. You can rent vehicles for a day or even for weeks or months, if needed. It’s wise to secure an International Driving Permit before leaving home; that way, it will be simpler for you when you land in South Africa and rent a car.

  • I need to get to Toronto Pearson quickly. Can I take public transit?

    Yes! You can take a Union Pearson Express train from Union Station in downtown Toronto. These trains leave roughly every half hour and will get you to Toronto Pearson in only about 25min. Tickets cost about C$ 12.35. There are also Airport Express buses, which leave from numerous subway stations around town. These buses will take you straight to Terminals 1 and 3 at the airport.

Your guide to booking Toronto Pearson 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 1,412, about C$ 515 less than Friday fares (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 8% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for April. Fares historically average C$ 1,316 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,195 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) offers long-term parking in both covered and uncovered lots. You can get discounts on parking by going online, making a parking profile, and then reserving a spot.
  • Once you land in Cape Town, South Africa (CPT), the Airport Hotel Verde is located about a quarter-mile (about 400 m) from the airport. Regular shuttles run between the hotel and the airport from about 4:00am until midnight each day.
  • Are the kids getting bored while waiting to board the flight? Toronto Pearson International Airport offers a number of free airport-themed apps and games that children can enjoy on their smart devices while waiting.
  • Need to reconnect after you land? The Cape Town International Airport (CPT) has free Wi-Fi, which you can access for up to four hours by connecting to the “Airport Free” network.
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport has a health clinic in Terminal 1, which is open three days a week to assist sick travelers. Telemedicine is also available if the clinic is closed, and travelers can find a pharmacy in Terminals 1 and 3.
  • Need to keep some cash on hand? Currency exchange offices at the Cape Town International Airport can be found in the Domestic, International, and Central Terminals. ATM machines are also available throughout the airport.

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