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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,314
Typical prices: C$ 1,731-C$ 2,617
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Tue 10/4Tue 17/4
YVR - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 972
Typical prices: C$ 1,273-C$ 1,685
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/4
YVR - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver 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 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 25% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 2,207 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 25h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Cape Town (YVR-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Cape Town

Sat, 10 Apr - Sat, 17 Apr
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11:15 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:20 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,314Multiple Airlines
10 hours ago
Sun, 7 Feb - Sun, 2 May
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11:59 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
52h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 30m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,377Multiple Airlines
21 hours ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 p.m. - 6:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 50m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,526Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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8:00 p.m. - 12:05 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
31h 05m1 stop Istanbul
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5:15 p.m. - 6:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 50m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,567Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 15 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr
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8:10 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
48h 50m2 stops Portland Newark
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6:25 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
35h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
C$ 1,730United Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 15 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr
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8:50 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 10m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Denver Intl Newark
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9:00 a.m. - 9:10 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
45h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
C$ 1,730United Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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1:28 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 42m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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6:55 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 55m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,760British Airways
2 days ago
Mon, 1 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
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1:28 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 42m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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10:10 p.m. - 10:37 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 27m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 1,763British Airways
2 days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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4:40 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
45h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:30 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,822KLM
22 hours ago
Wed, 21 Apr - Wed, 12 May
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5:45 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
42h 40m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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11:15 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,832KLM
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver 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.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. It's 17% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town at C$ 1,588 round-trip.
•July (C$ 2,814) and December (C$ 2,795) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 77% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

C$ 972
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 85% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town

When to book flights from Vancouver to Cape Town

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 26,480 km.

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

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town range from C$ 1,731 to C$ 2,617, with an average of C$ 2,130 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,731 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the C$ 2,130 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 1,362, which is 14% 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 62% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,774 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 2,393, a difference of C$ 619.

    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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flying via Newark (EWR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 25h 50m, compared with 29h 18m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 30h 24m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

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

    Cape Town is 9 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Pacific 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 Vancouver 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 Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 1,774, about C$ 619 less than Thursday fares (26% 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 22% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 1,588 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,226 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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