Flying from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Warsaw.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your WAW to CPT flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is R 8,368. A return fare is currently R 10,679. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from WAW to CPT, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Cape Town International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from WAW to CPT by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
77.68% of flights that leave from Frederic Chopin Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Frederic Chopin Airport from central Warsaw, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to WAW:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel close to CPT if you're catching a late Frederic Chopin Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and chase adventure across Cape Town and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from WAW to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its top attractions. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another favourite stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.