Travelling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Copenhagen.
Leave enough time to make your CPH to CPT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Cape Town Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CPH and CPT include:
London Heathrow Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is P28,076. A return plane ticket is currently P49,028. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPH to CPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport to Cape Town Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Copenhagen Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from CPH arrive on schedule 83% of the time.
To reach Copenhagen Airport from central Copenhagen, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CPH:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel near CPT if you're on a late Copenhagen Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Cape Town Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
November is the most popular month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Cape Town Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Cape Town in March.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Copenhagen Airport to Cape Town Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPH to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you'll want to see. About 56 kilometers north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
If you're interested in discovering another side of South Africa, consider Worcester, about 97 kilometers east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are among its highlights.