Travelling from Paris to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Explore your options for flying out of Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA).
The average duration of a direct flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport is 11 hours 15 minutes.
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Paris.
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the most popular route. There are 1 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Air France at 18:15. Choose the first CDG to CPT departure with Air France at 10:10 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Paris 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 for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Paris to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) take off from this terminal.
If you plan to leave from CDG, you can take a direct flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport with Air France.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from Paris to CPT that includes a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between CDG and CPT include:
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
CDG is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Paris. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) operates direct flights from Paris to Cape Town International Airport (CPT).
From ORY, direct flights from Paris to CPT are available with Air France.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport, browse these options when departing from Paris Orly Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 57 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 34 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your flight from Paris to CPT:
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you have a late flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CPT:
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 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
For a one-way ticket from Paris to Cape Town International Airport, $575 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $1,072. These are currently the lowest fares but may change based on availability.
4 months before your departure is the best time to score cheap tickets from Paris to CPT.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Paris to Cape Town International Airport if you take off in January. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to travel to Cape Town. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Paris to CPT, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.
Travel in July if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Paris to Cape Town International Airport.
More about Cape Town
After booking your flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cape Town:
Table Mountain and Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront are just two of the major attractions to put on your Cape Town must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Robben Island.
Complete your Cape Town trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Paris to Cape Town International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Cape Town and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.