Flying from West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town seven hours ahead of West Palm Beach.
Your PBI to CPT flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PBI and CPT:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York Newark Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
Right now, R 14,393 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 36,586. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from PBI to CPT, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from PBI to CPT is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about West Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
You'll find PBI at Building 846, Palm Beach International.
Of the departures from West Palm Beach International Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
Central West Palm Beach to West Palm Beach International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to PBI:
Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)
If you have a late West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near CPT:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cape Town Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental to explore Cape Town and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport is March, while November is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from West Palm Beach International Airport to Cape Town Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PBI to CPT in July. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Cape Town, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its leading sights. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of South Africa, consider Worcester, roughly 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are highlights.
