Flying from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cape Town 12 hours ahead of Honolulu.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your HNL to CPT flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Honolulu International Airport (HNL) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Currently, R 14,719 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Honolulu International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 29,283. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HNL to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Honolulu International Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HNL to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Honolulu International Airport to Cape Town Airport.
Handy information about Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
You'll find HNL at 300 Rodgers Blvd., #12.
82% of flights departing from Honolulu International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of HNL.
To get to Honolulu International Airport from central Honolulu, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near HNL? If you're catching an early flight from Honolulu International Airport to Cape Town Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Honolulu International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Grab a Cape Town Airport rental car and discover Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Honolulu International Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Honolulu International Airport to Cape Town Airport for February if you'd like to explore Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HNL to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.
