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Cape Town.R 10,628 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Darwin on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,628, select.

Cape Town.R 11,045 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Darwin on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,045, select.

Cape Town.R 18,527 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 18,527, select.

Cape Town.R 19,925 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 19,925, select.

Cape Town.R 19,989 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 19,989, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Darwin to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Darwin to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Darwin to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Darwin to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	R 10,628
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Darwin to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Darwin to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Darwin to Cape Town is R 22,841. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Darwin to Cape Town?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Darwin to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 22,841.

How many flights are there a week from Darwin to Cape Town?

As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Darwin to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Cape Town is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 31 October 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Darwin Airport to Cape Town Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Darwin Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Darwin Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is seven hours 30 minutes behind Darwin.
To ensure you catch your DRW to CPT flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

R 10,628 is currently the best price for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 22,841. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DRW to CPT, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Darwin International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DRW to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Darwin International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Darwin International Airport (DRW)

Of the flights that depart from Darwin International Airport, 73.13% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Darwin International Airport from central Darwin, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near DRW. Whether you have an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Reserve a hotel near CPT if you have a late Darwin International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go where the road takes you with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and venture far and wide through Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

June is the busiest month for flights from Darwin International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Cape Town in April.
Book your flight from Darwin International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DRW to CPT sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're looking to explore another side of South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are among the biggest draws.