Discover the Wonders of Cape Town

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) serves as a major gateway to South Africa, welcoming a diverse range of international and regional airlines offering direct and connecting flights from major cities worldwide.

International Airlines

Middle East

• Emirates: Provides daily flights from Dubai (DXB) to Cape Town.

• Qatar Airways: Operates flights from Doha (DOH) to Cape Town.

Asia

• Singapore Airlines: Connects Cape Town with Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) via Johannesburg, offering a premium long-haul experience to Asia and beyond.

Europe

• Turkish Airlines: Offers flights from Istanbul (IST) to Cape Town

• British Airways: Operates up to three daily flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town.

• KLM Royal Dutch Airlines: Provides year-round flights from Amsterdam (AMS) to Cape Town.

• Lufthansa: Offers flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cape Town.

• Air France: Operates flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) to Cape Town.

• Virgin Atlantic: Offers flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town.

• Norse Atlantic Airways: Provides budget-friendly flights from London Gatwick (LGW) to Cape Town.

• ​Condor: Operates seasonal flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Cape Town, offering a popular option for leisure travelers from Germany.

• Edelweiss Air: Provides direct seasonal service from Zurich (ZRH) to Cape Town, catering to Swiss tourists and travelers from Central Europe.

• Thomas Cook Airlines: Offers seasonal charter flights from select UK and European cities to Cape Town, ideal for holiday packages and tour groups.

North America

• United Airlines: Operates direct flights from Newark (EWR) to Cape Town.

• Delta Air Lines: Offers flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Cape Town.​​

Africa

• Ethiopian Airlines: Operates flights from Addis Ababa (ADD) to Cape Town.

• Kenya Airways: Provides flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Cape Town.​

ZA Domestic and Regional Airlines

• South African Airways: The national carrier offers domestic and regional flights to and from Cape Town.

• FlySafair: A low-cost airline operating domestic flights within South Africa, including routes to Cape Town.

• Airlink: Provides regional flights connecting Cape Town with various destinations in Southern Africa.

• CemAir: Offers regional flights to and from Cape Town.

• LIFT Airlines: A South African low-cost carrier offering multiple daily flights between Cape Town (CPT) and Johannesburg (JNB), as well as services to Durban (DUR).

• ​Air Botswana: Connects Cape Town with Gaborone and other key destinations in Botswana, providing reliable regional air travel in Southern Africa.

• Air Mauritius: Offers regional flights between Cape Town and Mauritius, ideal for both leisure and business travelers seeking a tropical island escape.

• TAAG Angola Airlines: Operates flights between Cape Town and Luanda, facilitating convenient access between South Africa and Angola.

• Proflight Zambia: Connects Cape Town with Lusaka and other Zambian cities, making it easier to explore both Zambia and South Africa in one trip.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cape Winelands Airport, located near Durbanville in the Western Cape, is a former airfield being redeveloped into a full-scale commercial airport. Set to open in phases starting 2028, the airport will feature a 3.5 km runway, modern terminal facilities, and aims to serve over 1.7 million passengers annually, significantly boosting regional connectivity and economic growth.

While specific international routes have not been officially announced, the airport’s strategic location and infrastructure are expected to attract flights from major global hubs, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. Additionally, Cape Winelands Airport is positioned to serve as an alternative destination for international airlines, offering a more viable option for diversion planning compared to OR Tambo International Airport.

For the most current flight schedules and routes, please consult the respective airline websites or travel booking platforms.