Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cape Town nine hours behind Sydney.
Your SYD to CPT flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and CPT:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Right now, AED 1,976 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 3,598. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're getting in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Cape Town and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SYD to CPT in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Africa you should also see. About 56 kilometers north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you're interested in discovering another side of South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometers east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are among its highlights.