Flights Birmingham - Cape Town: Book with eDreams

Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket
30% Trains in Cape Town are 30% cheaper than in Birmingham.
Birmingham 28,4R
Cape Town 20R
Meal Mid-priced restaurant
50% A meal in Cape Town is 50% cheaper than a meal in Birmingham.
Birmingham 340,79R
Cape Town 172,5R
Distance: 13269 kms
Birmingham airports
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Birmingham to Cape Town? eDreams can help you find the best flights to Cape Town from Birmingham. Flights between Birmingham and Cape Town usually involve one or more stops and can take over 20 hours. Book your flights to Cape Town from Birmingham with eDreams today!

Time Difference between Birmingham and Cape Town

Cape Town is 2 hours ahead of Birmingham. Please note that Daylight Savings Time may affect this time difference, so it's always best to double-check before you travel.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town experiences a Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Book your flights to Cape Town from Birmingham through eDreams and enjoy the sun. The best time to visit is during the dry summer months (October to April). Temperatures peak at an average high of 26°C (79°F) between December and February and the average low is 16°C (61°F).

During winter (May to September), temperatures range from 18°C to 8°C (64°F to 46°F), with higher rainfall. Consider these temperature variations when planning your trip from Birmingham to Cape Town.

Birmingham Airports

Birmingham has one major passenger airport: Birmingham International Airport (BHX). It's well-connected and convenient for flights to Cape Town from Birmingham.

Airport Information

Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

Located just 10 minutes from Birmingham city centre, BHX offers numerous direct or one-stop destinations globally. It's easily accessible by rail, road, and bus, making your journey to the airport a breeze. You'll find a variety of cafes, bars, restaurants, and shops within the airport, along with nearby hotel options. It is well-equipped to handle your travel needs, particularly for flights to Cape Town from Birmingham.

Main Airlines for this route

Consider these airlines for your flights to Cape Town from Birmingham through our website:

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the primary airport for both domestic and international flights to Cape Town from Birmingham. If you're planning a trip, book your flights to Cape Town from Birmingham with eDreams.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport offers a range of facilities including duty-free shops, restaurants, premium lounges, car hire services, and more. You can find currency exchange, ATMs, a post office, prayer rooms, baby changing facilities and medical services.

Getting to the city centre from the airport is easy. While public transport options are limited, you can find reliable airport transfer services, taxis, and car hire options. Consider booking your flights to Cape Town from Birmingham and car hire with eDreams. Several car hire brands are available at the airport, including eDreams, making it convenient to start exploring as soon as you land. Booking your flights to Cape Town from Birmingham with eDreams is recommended.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

Planning your flights to Cape Town from Birmingham? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Cape Town offers a vibrant mix of nature, culture, and history. Here are a few must-do activities:

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Birmingham to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Birmingham to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Birmingham to Cape Town is Rnull. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Birmingham to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 24.50 ZAR , 68% cheaper than Birmingham, with a fare of 75.73 ZAR, while train tickets cost 30% less at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 28.40 ZAR at Birmingham. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 172.50 ZAR euros in Cape Town, 49% less than the 340.79 ZAR euros in Birmingham. The price of the coffee is around 64% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 36.32 ZAR, while in Birmingham the coffee costs 102.21 ZAR.
How is the weather in Cape Town compared to Birmingham?
While in Birmingham the temperatures can reach an average of 34.81 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12.0 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 28.98 ºC during the hot season, with 9.0 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the -5.79 ºC average degrees reported in Birmingham. During the winter period, Birmingham can register 12.0 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12.0 mm rain level.

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