Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
Canberra is nine hours ahead of Cape Town and is in the UTC+11 timezone.
Your CPT to CBR flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
R 12,895 is the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Canberra Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 22,735. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CPT to CBR, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Canberra Airport.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from CPT arrive on schedule 81.65% of the time.
Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Canberra Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cape Town International Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CBR instead:
Grab a Canberra Airport rental car and discover Canberra and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Canberra Airport about one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
From Canberra Airport, Canberra is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Canberra Airport is January, while February is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Canberra based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Canberra is January, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Canberra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPT to CBR in July. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres north-east of Canberra, a visit to Sydney will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Melbourne is another favourite destination in Australia and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra. No trip is complete without a visit to Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.