Flying from Livingstone Airport (LVI) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
Livingstone and Cape Town are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Flights from LVI to CPT start from 10:30 — the earliest with Kenya Airways. The last departure is at 10:30 with Kenya Airways. Overall, there are four weekly Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LVI to CPT flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Kenya Airways is your ticket to exploring Cape Town (and maybe even some other exciting parts of South Africa!). Check out the direct flights from Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport offered by this carrier.
Kenya Airways is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With an impressive 87.5% of services landing on schedule, Kenya Airways has the best on-time record for LVI to CPT flights.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport. O.R. Tambo International Airport is a top stopover on the LVI to CPT route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Livingstone Airport (LVI) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Currently, R 5,895 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,592. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from LVI to CPT, reserve your journey seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Livingstone Airport (LVI)
Livingstone Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from LVI touch down on schedule 81.75% of the time.
Livingstone Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Livingstone. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near LVI? If you're catching an early flight from Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and chase adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Livingstone Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LVI to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of 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. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.