Flying from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cape Town two hours ahead of Durham.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MME to CPT flight.
Flying during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to tour a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a sought-after stop between MME and CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, R 9,107 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 15,911. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MME to CPT, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cape Town International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)
Of all flights departing from Durham Tees Valley Airport, 67.01% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Durham to Durham Tees Valley Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MME? If you've booked an early flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week ahead of 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 reach 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 Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Durham Tees Valley 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).
Search for cheap tickets from MME to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Cape Town, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are among its highlights.
