Flying from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Hamburg is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) taking off from Hamburg Airport (HAM) or Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC).
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Hamburg. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Hamburg to CPT. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Hamburg to CPT departing from Hamburg Airport (HAM), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Hamburg, HAM can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Hamburg Airport:
75.01% of flights that depart Hamburg Airport reach their destination on time.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
LBC is around 80 kilometres from central Hamburg. It takes 1 hour or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Hamburg to CPT flight? Relax in a hotel near Luebeck-Blankensee Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near CPT and turn in quicker:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire to explore Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, R 7,642 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,000. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Hamburg to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Cape Town. June is when most people book flights from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Hamburg to CPT plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Cape Town
Once you've booked your flight from Hamburg to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cape Town:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Cape Town itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Cape Town, a visit to Saldanha will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.
Ceres is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without a visit to Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.