Travelling from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is two hours ahead of Newcastle and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your NCL to CPT flight.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between NCL and CPT:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
P34,858 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start from P44,460. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NCL to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from NCL to CPT.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Of the flights that depart from Newcastle International Airport, 71.29% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Newcastle International Airport from central Newcastle, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near NCL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel near CPT if you're taking a late Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and see more of Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Newcastle International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NCL to CPT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Start your sightseeing at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.