Flying from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Hamburg.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HAM to CPT flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HAM and CPT:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 5,613 is the lowest price for a one-way Hamburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,802. These fares can change depending on demand.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from HAM to CPT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Hamburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Of all flights departing from Hamburg Airport, 75.01% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Hamburg to Hamburg Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near HAM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hamburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hamburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want 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.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Hamburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Cape Town. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Hamburg Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HAM to CPT sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, your itinerary will be busy.
Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without experiencing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.