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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cape Town from $1,706

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 6/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CPT
10 Jun — 17 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 5 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,964

One-way from

$1,706

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,261
South African
  • South African
  • 8/7-31/7
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 10m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
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South African
  • South African
  • 6/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 10m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($350 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($115 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 June 2025.

Tue 8/712:35AKL - CPT
2 stops40h 20mSouth African
Thu 31/714:15CPT - AKL
2 stops29h 50mSouth African
Deal found 4/6$1,964
Sat 1/1117:00AKL - CPT
2 stops51h 25mSingapore Airlines
Sat 22/1110:40CPT - AKL
2 stops41h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/6$2,137
Sat 1/1121:05AKL - CPT
1 stop30h 40mEmirates
Sat 22/1113:40CPT - AKL
1 stop34h 35mEmirates
Deal found 4/6$2,353
Sat 1/1116:00AKL - CPT
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1113:40CPT - AKL
1 stop34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/6$2,413
Sun 28/1214:40AKL - CPT
1 stop30h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 28/112:35CPT - AKL
1 stop28h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/6$2,423
Fri 12/1201:20AKL - CPT
2 stops43h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 31/1210:40CPT - AKL
2 stops25h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/6$4,313
Tue 23/1201:40AKL - CPT
3 stops42h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 24/110:40CPT - AKL
3 stops38h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 5/6$6,699

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Auckland

Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/7

12:35-18:55

2 stops40h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 31/7

14:15-06:05

2 stops29h 50m

$1,964

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/11

17:00-09:25

2 stops51h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

10:40-15:05

2 stops41h 25m

$2,137

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/11

21:05-16:45

1 stop30h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

13:40-11:15

1 stop34h 35m

$2,353

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 1/11

16:00-16:45

2 stops35h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 22/11

13:40-11:15

1 stop34h 35m

$2,413

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/6

00:25-10:50

2 stops44h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

12:35-03:55

1 stop28h 20m

$4,063

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/6

00:25-09:25

3 stops43h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 27/1

10:40-12:05

3 stops38h 25m

$7,606

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/7

12:35-16:45

2 stops38h 10m

$1,706

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 20/7

20:30-19:55

2 stops57h 25m

$1,825

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 6/7

13:15-10:50

1 stop31h 35m

$2,107

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/7

00:25-13:45

3 stops47h 20m

$3,323

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Deals found on 5/6

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 23 May 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town (average of $1,212). Flying from Auckland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,740). 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 AKL to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 5 June 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Auckland to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday 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 inches 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 5 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines and South African from Auckland to Cape Town have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,263 reviews
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Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,263 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,263 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,299 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,263 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
South African
7.5
Good
34 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,263 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,263 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
262 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,263 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, South African ($1,964), Singapore Airlines ($2,137), and Emirates ($2,353) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cape Town. South African is priced at 12% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is South African, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $1,706. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Auckland to Cape Town for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Cape Town?

    Flights departing from Auckland and landing in Cape Town stopover in Johannesburg most frequently. Singapore follows Johannesburg in terms of the most common stopover location on Auckland to Cape Town flights. Singapore is followed by Dubai in terms of the most popular stopover location for Auckland to Cape Town flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Cape Town flights?

    Flights departing from Auckland and landing in Cape Town stopover in Brisbane least frequently. Auckland to Cape Town flights stopping in Melbourne are the next rarest. Sydney follows Melbourne in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Auckland to Cape Town flights.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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 Auckland to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town (average of $1,212). Flying from Auckland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,740). 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 6 airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 June 2025.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,620Average$2,202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,640Average$2,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,702Average$1,973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,981Average$2,570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,024Average$2,470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,700Average$3,711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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