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Flight deals from Vancouver International to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs382,012. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.Rs221,087 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs221,087, select.
Cape Town.Rs237,928 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs237,928, select.
Cape Town.Rs252,921 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs252,921, select.
Cape Town.Rs254,246 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs254,246, select.
Cape Town.Rs256,212 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs256,212, select.
Cape Town.Rs260,716 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs260,716, select.
Cape Town.Rs294,748 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs294,748, select.
Cape Town.Rs309,221 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs309,221, select.
Cape Town.Rs334,733 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs334,733, select.
Cape Town.Rs353,118 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs353,118, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver International to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from Rs260,716
Jun
from Rs252,921
Jul
from Rs309,221
Aug
from Rs256,212
Sep
from Rs221,087
Oct
from Rs294,748
Nov
from Rs237,928
Dec
from Rs334,733
Jan
from Rs254,246
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
from Rs353,118

Vancouver International to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vancouver International to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

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Cheapest flight foundRs221,087
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver International to Cape Town is Rs344,447. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Vancouver International to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs343,668.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Vancouver International to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver International to Cape Town is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 29 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Vancouver International Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town nine hours ahead of Vancouver.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your YVR to CPT flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is Rs220,587. A return plane ticket is currently Rs343,668. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from YVR to CPT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from YVR to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • 71.77% of flights leaving from Vancouver International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Vancouver to Vancouver International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near YVR:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

  • Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cape Town in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 27ºC.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YVR to CPT around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've done Cape Town, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its leading attractions. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Worcester is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without seeing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Cape Town

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