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Book cheap flights from Cape Town to Richards Bay from R 3478

Last minute flights from Cape Town to Richards Bay

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Wed, 12 Feb RCB - CPT

8827R 8289R

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Thu, 23 Jan CPT - RCB

3716R 3478R

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Tue, 28 Jan RCB - CPT

7812R 7332R

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8108R 7620R

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Mon, 10 Feb RCB - CPT

7944R 7466R

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8065R 7573R

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Currency and cost comparison

Train Local, one-way ticket

400% Trains are 400% more expensive in Richards Bay than in Cape Town.

Cape Town 20R

Richards Bay 100R

Meal Mid-priced restaurant

30% A meal in Richards Bay is 30% cheaper than a meal in Cape Town.

Cape Town 172,5R

Richards Bay 120R

Taxi Standard daytime start rate

20% Taxis are 20% more expensive in Richards Bay than in Cape Town.

Cape Town 24,5R

Richards Bay 30R

Coffee Regular cappuccino

8% Coffee in Richards Bay is 8% cheaper than in Cape Town.

Cape Town 36,32R

Richards Bay 33,52R

Distance: 1419 kms

Cape Town airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) How far from city centre: 18 kms

Richards Bay airports

Richards Bay Airport (RCB) How far from city centre: 2 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Cape Town to Richards Bay

Planning a trip from Cape Town to Richards Bay? Booking your flights to Richards Bay from Cape Town with eDreams is easy and convenient.

Time Difference Between Cape Town and Richards Bay

Both cities are in the same time zone so there is no time difference between Cape Town and Richards Bay. However, it's always a good idea to double-check for any Daylight Savings Time changes closer to your travel dates.

Best Time to Fly to Richards Bay

Richards Bay boasts a sub-tropical climate, featuring hot summers and pleasantly warm winters. For the ideal trip, consider visiting during summer (January-April) or autumn (August-November) for fewer crowds. These periods offer warm, sunny days perfect for enjoying the beaches. Book your flights to Richards Bay from Cape Town with eDreams today.

Summer temperatures are hot, while winter offers cooler temperatures.

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the main airport serving Cape Town. It's the second busiest airport in South Africa and fourth busiest in Africa, offering both domestic and international flights to Richards Bay from Cape Town.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Located about 20 kilometres from the city centre, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) first opened in 1954. It replaced Wingfield Aerodrome and was originally named D.F. Malan Airport. It serves as a hub for South African Airways and offers scheduled passenger services, handling both domestic and international flights to Richards Bay from Cape Town.

Main Airlines for This Route

Here are three airlines that commonly fly the Cape Town to Richards Bay route:

Airlink
FlySafair
CemAir

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Richards Bay Airports

Richards Bay is served by one main airport, making your travel planning simple for flights to Richards Bay from Cape Town.

Airport Information

Richards Bay Airport (RCB)

Richards Bay Airport (RCB) is a domestic airport located approximately 5km north of the city centre. It offers various facilities including car hire services such as eDreams, as well as first aid. You can easily find transportation from the airport to the city centre with options like shuttle services, taxis, and ride-hailing apps. Taxis are readily available outside the Arrivals Hall. Consider booking a car rental with eDreams for convenient travel throughout Richards Bay.

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What to Do and See in Richards Bay

Richards Bay, a coastal city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, offers a blend of natural beauty and urban attractions. Easily accessible with flights to Richards Bay from Cape Town, it's an ideal destination for a relaxing getaway. Once you've booked your flights to Richards Bay from Cape Town with eDreams, plan your itinerary to experience the best of this coastal gem.

Alkantstrand Beach: Bask in the sun, enjoy watersports, or take a leisurely stroll along this Blue Flag beach. Consider visiting Richards Bay Harbour at the southern end of Alkantstrand for a glimpse into the maritime activity.
Richards Bay Game Reserve: Explore the diverse birdlife, including over 300 species, and spot crocodiles and hippos in their natural habitat.
Enseleni Nature Reserve: Discover a variety of birdlife and game while enjoying the scenic trails within the reserve.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Richards Bay

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 Cape Town to Richards Bay, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay is R3478. 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 Richards Bay more expensive than Cape Town to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Richards Bay costs about $ 30.00 ZAR, 22% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of $ 24.50 ZAR, while train tickets cost 400% more at Richards Bay: $ 100.00 ZAR versus $ 20.00 ZAR at Cape Town. Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 120.00 ZAR euros in Richards Bay, 30% less than the 172.50 ZAR euros in Cape Town. The price of the coffee is around 8% cheaper in Richards Bay, with an average of 33.52 ZAR, while in Cape Town the coffee costs 36.32 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Richards Bay take?

Flight length from Cape Town to Richards Bay is around 03:25 hours on average, at an average distance of 1 745 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).