Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is three hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your DEL to CPT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between DEL and CPT:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, Rs93,813 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs177,193. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DEL to CPT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DEL to CPT.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
When it comes to Indira Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, 67.17% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're arriving on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CPT:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DEL to CPT sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without experiencing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
