Travelling from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town three hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DEL to CPT flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DEL and CPT:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Mauritius Airport
Handy information about Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of the departures from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, 63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central New Delhi to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Reserve a hotel close to CPT if you're taking a late Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and chase adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week ahead.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport to Cape Town Airport for February if you'd like to explore Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DEL to CPT in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've visited Cape Town, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top attractions. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are among its highlights.
