Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cape Town two hours ahead of Dublin.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DUB and CPT:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is R 5,168. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 9,686. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DUB to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DUB to CPT.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, 72.87% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Dublin Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 2 hours 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near DUB? If you're catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and discover more of Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Dublin Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUB to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. Around 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're eager to discover another side of South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are the start of reasons to visit.
