Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Calgary.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YYC to CPT flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 14,608 is currently the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 19,635. These prices may change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from YYC to CPT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YYC to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights taking off from Calgary International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Calgary to Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to YYC:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel close to CPT if you're taking a late Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want 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.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Cape Town. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YYC to CPT sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. About 56 kilometres north-east of Cape Town, a trip to Paarl will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in South Africa, consider Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are among its highlights.
