Travelling from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is three hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BLR to CPT flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BLR and CPT:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport flight is R 6,698. A round-trip ticket is currently R 12,004. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from BLR to CPT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BLR to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Handy information about Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
The address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
Of all flights leaving Bengaluru Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Bengaluru to Bengaluru Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BLR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Book a hotel near CPT if you're taking a late Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Cape Town Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cape Town Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Bengaluru Airport to Cape Town Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BLR to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.