Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Frankfurt.
Take your pick of ten weekly Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights. The 20:10 departure with Condor is the earliest flight available. Lufthansa operates the latest service of the day at 22:15.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your FRA to CPT flight.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Condor is your gateway to discovering Cape Town (and perhaps some other exciting corners of South Africa!). Check out the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport offered by this carrier.
Most passengers choose to fly with Condor on this route.
Condor tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for FRA to CPT flights, with 81.82% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between FRA and CPT:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
O.R. Tambo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is R 7,399. A return plane ticket is currently R 10,063. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from FRA to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Frankfurt Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near FRA? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're getting in on a late Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near CPT:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Cape Town in April.
When booking your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its popular sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of South Africa, consider Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.
