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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
70%Trains are 70% more expensive in Cape Town than in Buenos Aires.
Buenos AiresR 12,07
Cape TownR 20,00
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%A meal in Cape Town is 40% cheaper than a meal in Buenos Aires.
Buenos AiresR 277,80
Cape TownR 162,50
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
10%A taxi fare in Cape Town is 10% cheaper than in Buenos Aires.
Buenos AiresR 27,78
Cape TownR 25,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
50%Coffee in Cape Town is 50% cheaper than in Buenos Aires.
Buenos AiresR 70,40
Cape TownR 36,50
Distance: 6866 kms
Buenos Aires airports
Jorge Newberry (AEP)How far from city centre: 4 kms
Pistarini (EZE)How far from city centre: 28 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Buenos Aires to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Buenos Aires to Cape Town? Flights between these two vibrant cities offer a unique travel experience. Secure your flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires through eDreams and embark on an unforgettable adventure.

Time Difference between Buenos Aires and Cape Town

Cape Town is 5 hours ahead of Buenos Aires. Please remember to check for Daylight Savings Time changes during your travel dates to ensure accurate timekeeping.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate. Summers (December to February) are dry and sunny, perfect for beach visits, while winters (June to August) are mild and wetter, ideal for whale watching. Autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November) offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds, great for hiking and exploring the vineyards. Temperatures range from average highs in the mid-20s °C in summer to mid-teens °C in winter. Book your flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires with eDreams today for the best deals.

Buenos Aires Airports

Buenos Aires is served by two main passenger airports, making it a convenient gateway for flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires.

Airport Information

Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE)

Located 32 km southwest of Buenos Aires, EZE is the largest airport in Argentina, handling most international flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires, along with some domestic and regional flights. The journey to the city centre takes approximately 50 minutes.

Aeroparque Jorge Newbery (AEP)

Situated within the city, in Palermo, AEP is closer to the city centre, with a journey time of about 25 minutes. This airport mainly serves domestic flights and flights to neighbouring countries. It may not offer direct flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires.

El Palomar Airport (EPA)

Located 18 km west of the city, EPA primarily handles low-cost domestic flights within Argentina. You're unlikely to find international flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires here.

Main Airlines for this route

Consider these airlines for your flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires, available for booking on our website:

  • Ethiopian Airlines
  • TAAG Angola Airlines
  • Qatar Airways

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the third busiest airport in Africa. Book your flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires with eDreams.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport offers a wide array of facilities including duty-free shops, restaurants, premium lounges, a conference centre, medical services, and prayer rooms. For families travelling with young children, baby-changing facilities are available in most ladies' toilets. Banking services such as ATMs and currency exchange are available throughout the terminals, along with free Wi-Fi. If you need to store your luggage, there are facilities available in both Domestic and International Arrivals for a small fee.

From Cape Town International Airport, you have several transport options to reach the city centre. The MyCiTi bus service offers an affordable option, operating from 5:00 am to midnight, with the journey taking about 30 minutes. You can purchase a myconnect card at the airport. Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, offering a more convenient, albeit pricier, option. Alternatively, several car rental companies, including eDreams, operate at the airport, allowing you to explore Cape Town and its surroundings at your own pace. Book flights to Cape Town from Buenos Aires now!

What to Do and See in Cape Town

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

  • Table Mountain: Ascend to the top via cable car or hike for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, coastline, and surrounding mountains.
  • Cape Point: Explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve where you can witness the dramatic cliffs meet the ocean.
  • Robben Island: Visit the historic prison where Nelson Mandela was held, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a ferry from the V&A Waterfront.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Buenos Aires 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 Buenos Aires to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Buenos Aires to Cape Town is R19275. 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 Buenos Aires to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 25.00 ZAR , 10% cheaper than Buenos Aires, with a fare of 27.78 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 66% more at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 12.07 ZAR at Buenos Aires.

Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 162.50 ZAR euros in Cape Town, 42% less than the 277.80 ZAR euros in Buenos Aires.

The price of the coffee is around 48% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 36.50 ZAR, while in Buenos Aires the coffee costs 70.40 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Buenos Aires to Cape Town take?
Flight length from Buenos Aires to Cape Town is around 13:33 hours on average, at an average distance of 10 393 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Cape Town compared to Buenos Aires?
While in Buenos Aires the temperatures can reach an average of 34.53 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 12 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 28.98 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the 1.06 ºC average degrees reported in Buenos Aires. During the winter period, Buenos Aires can register 6 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12 mm rain level.

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