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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,299
Typical prices: C$ 1,429-C$ 2,358
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Sat 17/11Fri 23/11
YVR - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,091
Typical prices: C$ 1,315-C$ 1,638
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/10
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 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 26% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,935 (round-trip)
Newark (EWR)
Shortest trip • 23h 59m (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

Tue, 17 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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11:59 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
51h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 p.m. - 11:39 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 14m3 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,299Multiple Airlines
Tue, 19 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
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11:59 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
51h 36m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 p.m. - 11:39 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
42h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,304Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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8:50 p.m. - 12:25 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
48h 35m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
C$ 1,707United Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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8:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 15m1 stop Newark
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8:50 p.m. - 12:25 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
48h 35m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
C$ 1,707United Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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4:30 p.m. - 6:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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7:10 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
C$ 1,753Lufthansa
Tue, 19 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
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4:30 p.m. - 6:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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7:10 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
27h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
C$ 1,764Lufthansa
Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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4:44 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
39h 51m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
36h 52m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
C$ 1,775Delta
Sun, 25 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 6:35 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 p.m. - 11:16 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
35h 26m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 1,780Delta
Sat, 13 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
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4:40 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:30 a.m. - 3:50 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
41h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,795KLM
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
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5:35 p.m. - 5:25 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
40h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,802KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town and is 23% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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$ 1,378 round-trip.
  • July (C$ 2,876) and August (C$ 2,449) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 26% 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

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 1,091
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% lower on average.
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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) – 75% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 5% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,443 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 2,166, a difference of C$ 722. 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 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Camps Bay Beach, and Boulders Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 4% above the route average of C$ 1,860. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town takes 0h 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 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$ 1,426, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 23h 59m, compared with 29h 15m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 30h 36m 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.

  • 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flight?

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town range from C$ 1,429 to C$ 2,358, with an average of C$ 1,860 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,429 counts as a good deal.

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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 1,443 – about C$ 722 less than Friday (33% 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 26% 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$ 1,378 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,498 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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