Flying from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town is one hour ahead of Genoa and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your GOA to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between GOA and CPT include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 9,596 is currently the best price for a one-way Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 12,937. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from GOA to CPT, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from GOA to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
Of the departures from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, 71.66% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Genoa to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to GOA:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're getting in on a late Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CPT:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week before your trip.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GOA to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.