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Cheapest time to fly from Cancun to Cape Town

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of June. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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Airlines that fly from Cancun to Cape Town

Currency and cost comparison

MealMid-priced restaurant
4%The average meal is 4% more expensive in Cape Town than in Cancun.
CancunR 191,70
Cape TownR 200,00
TrainLocal, one-way ticket
61%Trains are 61% more expensive in Cape Town than in Cancun.
CancunR 11,50
Cape TownR 18,50
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
283%A taxi fare in Cape Town is 283% cheaper than in Cancun.
CancunR 76,68
Cape TownR 20,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
64%Coffee in Cape Town is 64% cheaper than in Cancun.
CancunR 66,25
Cape TownR 40,33
Distance: 12665 kms
Cancun airports
Cancun (CUN)How far from city centre: 12 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Cancun to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Cancun to Cape Town? Flights to Cape Town from Cancun involve a significant journey, often requiring connecting flights. There is a considerable time difference to keep in mind when planning your flights to Cape Town from Cancun.

Time Difference between Cancun and Cape Town

Cape Town is 7 hours ahead of Cancun. Remember to account for potential Daylight Savings Time differences, which could affect the actual time difference between the two cities during specific times of the year.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate, making it a year-round destination. Summers (December-February) are dry and sunny, ideal for beach holidays. Temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C. Autumn (March to May) and spring (September to November) offer pleasant weather perfect for exploring the vineyards and hiking. Winter (June to August) is cooler and wetter, ideal for whale watching and finding cheap flights to Cape Town from Cancun with eDreams. Temperatures range from 8°C to 17°C in winter, 17°C to 25°C in autumn and spring, and 20°C to 30°C in summer.

Cancun Airports

Cancun is served by Cancun International Airport (CUN), a major gateway to the Mexican Caribbean, Riviera Maya, and Yucatán Peninsula. It's the second busiest airport in Mexico and a key hub for international flights to Cape Town from Cancun.

Airport Information

Cancun International Airport (CUN)

CUN is about 16 kilometres from Cancun's hotel zone. It operates four terminals (2, 3, and 4 for scheduled flights, and 1 for charter flights) and an FBO terminal. The airport offers various amenities such as duty-free shops, restaurants, currency exchange, car rentals, and VIP lounges. Flights to Cape Town from Cancun depart from this airport.

Main Airlines for this route

Find your ideal flights to Cape Town from Cancun with these airlines:

  • British Airways
  • Lufthansa
  • KLM

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), offering numerous flights to Cape Town from Cancun and other destinations. Booking your flights and car hire with eDreams ensures a smooth travel experience.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

This airport offers various facilities such as duty-free shops, restaurants, premium lounges, a chapel, prayer rooms, medical services, a pharmacy, and baby-changing facilities. For business travellers, the Airport Conference Centre provides meeting and conference venues, along with fully equipped offices and secretarial services.

From the airport to the city centre, you can take an Uber or a pre-booked private transfer. While taxis are available, they are not recommended due to safety concerns and potential overcharging. Public transport options are limited. Car rental services are available at the airport, including eDreams, offering convenient transportation throughout your stay. You can book your flights to Cape Town from Cancun with us, eDreams, along with your preferred car rental option.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

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

  • Table Mountain: Ascend this iconic landmark via cable car or hike to the top for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, coastline, and surrounding mountains.
  • Cape Point: Journey to the southwestern tip of the Cape Peninsula, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet (not really, but it's a stunning sight nonetheless!). Explore the Cape Point Nature Reserve, spot wildlife, and visit the historic lighthouse.
  • Robben Island: Take a ferry to this historic island, a former prison that held Nelson Mandela, and learn about South Africa's struggle against apartheid.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cancun 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!
On average, how much is the price of a flight from Cancun to Cape Town?
When you fly from Cancun to Cape Town the average price is R 23957. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
For flights from Cancun to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Cancun to Cape Town is R12570. 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 Cancun to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of R 20,00 , 74% cheaper than Cancun, with a fare of R 76,46,
while train tickets cost 74% more at Cape Town: R 20,00 versus $ R 11,47 at Cancun.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from R 200,00 in Cape Town, 5% more than the R 191,16 in Cancun.
The price of the coffee is around 39% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of R 40,08, while in Cancun the coffee costs R 66,13.
How long does the flight from Cancun to Cape Town take?
Flight length from Cancun to Cape Town is around 26 h and 25 m on average, at an average distance of 12 665,16 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 Cancun?
While in Cancun the temperatures can reach an average of 29º ºC in summer, Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 21º ºC during the hot season. In winter, however, weather indicators show around 13º ºC in Cape Town, compared to the 25º ºC average degrees reported in Cancun.

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