Flying from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Cape Town is five hours behind Bangkok. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Bangkok to CPT won't wait if you're running 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 February, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Bangkok to CPT with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between BKK and CPT include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
BKK is around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
73% of flights leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport land at their destination on time.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
DMK is about 24 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Bangkok to CPT flight? Relax in a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CPT:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport flight.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, $753 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,546. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bangkok to CPT if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
December is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), while January is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Cape Town based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Bangkok to CPT plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cape Town:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden are attractions you won't want to skip in Cape Town.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel around 121 kilometres northwest to Saldanha to check off its must-visit sights. From North Head Lighthouse to Hoedjieskop Museum and Pietskiet Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Next? Head for Ceres. It's roughly 97 kilometres northeast of Cape Town and features highlights including Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve and Togryers Museum.