Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Southampton.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SOU to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Southampton Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is Rs183,515. A return plane ticket right now is Rs211,240. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from SOU to CPT, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Southampton Airport to Cape Town International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SOU to CPT.
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Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
Of all flights departing from Southampton Airport, 55.7% touch down on time at their destination.
Southampton Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SOU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Southampton Airport to Cape Town International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Southampton Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to central Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Southampton Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Cape Town in April.
Book your flight from Southampton Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SOU to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. Around 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
