Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is nine hours ahead of Portland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your PDX to CPT flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Portland International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PDX and CPT:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Rs201,489 is the lowest price for a one-way Portland International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs410,241. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PDX to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Portland International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
The address for PDX is 7000 NE Airport Way.
83.65% of flights departing from Portland International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of PDX.
To reach Portland International Airport from central Portland, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near PDX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Portland International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Portland International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Portland International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Cape Town. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Portland International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PDX to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Worcester is another must-experience destination 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.
