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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town from C$ 1,082

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — CPT
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in November or January, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,616

One-way from

C$ 1,082

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 1,784
19/9-4/10
  • 19/9-4/10
  • 5 total stops
  • 66h 13m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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20/5
  • 20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Cape Town
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 5/55:45 p.m.YVR - CPT
1 stop32h 15mBritish Airways
Mon 19/56:55 p.m.CPT - YVR
1 stop29h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,668
Mon 5/51:30 p.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops36h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 19/56:55 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops36h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,794
Wed 29/106:45 a.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops27h 30mDelta
Thu 27/119:30 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops34h 54mDelta
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,796
Wed 14/510:00 a.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/52:00 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3C$ 1,841
Sat 8/111:50 p.m.YVR - CPT
1 stop35h 05mLufthansa
Thu 20/113:20 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops30h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 25/3C$ 1,880
Sat 3/54:15 p.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops56h 45mSWISS
Sat 17/53:55 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops31h 55mSWISS
Deal found 24/3C$ 1,981
Tue 23/97:00 p.m.YVR - CPT
1 stop31h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 15/104:35 p.m.CPT - YVR
1 stop33h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3C$ 2,030
Wed 2/46:15 a.m.YVR - CPT
3 stops25h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/46:05 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops35h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 2,097
Wed 29/102:35 p.m.YVR - CPT
1 stop30h 55mAir France
Thu 27/113:20 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops30h 00mAir France
Deal found 24/3C$ 2,262
Thu 10/46:00 a.m.YVR - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 1/51:00 p.m.CPT - YVR
2 stops43h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3C$ 2,457
Sat 3/55:50 p.m.YVR - CPT
1 stop42h 20mKLM
Sat 17/511:15 p.m.CPT - YVR
1 stop25h 40mKLM
Deal found 24/3C$ 2,527

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
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Vancouver Intl

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/5

5:45 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/5

6:55 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

1 stop29h 55m

C$ 1,668

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Mon 5/5

1:30 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops36h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 19/5

6:55 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

2 stops36h 55m

C$ 1,794

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Wed 14/5

10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops40h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/5

2:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops37h 55m

C$ 1,841

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sat 3/5

4:15 p.m.-10:00 a.m.

2 stops56h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/5

3:55 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops31h 55m

C$ 1,981

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Sun 7/9

4:15 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

1 stop32h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 20/9

3:20 p.m.-2:20 p.m.

2 stops32h 00m

C$ 2,017

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/4

1:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/4

11:35 p.m.-9:08 p.m.

2 stops30h 33m

C$ 2,388

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Tue 24/6

5:50 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop42h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/7

11:15 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop25h 40m

C$ 2,402

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Wed 14/5

6:15 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

3 stops45h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/5

8:00 p.m.-8:59 p.m.

2 stops33h 59m

C$ 2,440

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/4

6:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m.

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/5

1:00 p.m.-11:58 p.m.

2 stops43h 58m

C$ 2,457

VancouverCape Town

YVR - CPT

YVRCPT

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/4

1:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

1 stop23h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/4

11:35 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop44h 40m

C$ 2,815

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,057). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,606). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YVR to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 mm per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Delta and KLM from Vancouver to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
834 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,569 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Vancouver Intl?

    Most people fly into Cape Town Intl (CPT) if they book a flight to Cape Town from Vancouver Intl. On average, Cape Town Intl has 0 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day from 9 airlines. Cape Town Intl is conveniently located just 15.6 km from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    British Airways, at C$ 1,665, was found to be the cheapest airline from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and SWISS. British Airways is 12% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 1,533. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver Intl to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of C$ 1,057). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,606). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,057AverageC$ 1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,086AverageC$ 1,965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 1,134AverageC$ 1,565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,192AverageC$ 2,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,400AverageC$ 1,911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,527AverageC$ 1,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,537AverageC$ 2,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestC$ 1,568AverageC$ 1,761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,591AverageC$ 2,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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