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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,312
Typical prices: C$ 1,489-C$ 2,489
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/1Wed 14/2
YVR - CPT • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 1,001
Typical prices: C$ 1,260-C$ 1,669
WestJet
Wed 17/1
YVR - CPT • 2 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 • 30% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 2,083 (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

Tue, 26 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
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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. - 10:39 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
41h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,312Multiple Airlines
23 hours ago
Sun, 24 Jan - Sun, 14 Feb
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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. - 10:39 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
41h 14m3 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
C$ 1,312Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 9 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
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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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12:55 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
26h 10m1 stop Istanbul
C$ 1,516Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 26 Jan - Tue, 9 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$ 1,516Turkish Airlines
23 hours ago
Wed, 17 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
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9:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 15m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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6:25 p.m. - 10:14 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
36h 49m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
C$ 1,705United Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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8:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Newark
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6:25 p.m. - 10:11 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
36h 46m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Newark
C$ 1,705United Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 4 May
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1:15 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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6:50 p.m. - 9:14 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
35h 24m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 1,730British Airways
1 day ago
Tue, 2 Mar - Tue, 4 May
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1:15 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 55m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth London Heathrow
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11:25 p.m. - 9:14 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
54h 49m2 stops London Heathrow Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 1,731British Airways
2 days ago
Tue, 26 Jan - Mon, 8 Feb
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4:30 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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2:15 p.m. - 2:50 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
33h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 1,745Lufthansa
23 hours ago
Tue, 10 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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4:30 p.m. - 7:40 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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2:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
31h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
C$ 1,750Lufthansa
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, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. It's 27% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 10% 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$ 1,441 round-trip.
•July (C$ 2,895) and December (C$ 2,656) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% 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 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$ 1,001
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 84% 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$ 1,489 to C$ 2,489, with an average of C$ 2,047 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,489 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) are 6% below the route average of C$ 2,047. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but availability is limited.

  • 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$ 1,471, 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$ 38 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • 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) – 69% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 4% 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 34% on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,502 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at C$ 2,271, a difference of C$ 769.

    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 10m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 30h 22m 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 1,502, about C$ 769 less than Thursday fares (34% 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$ 1,441 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,455 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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