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Flight deals from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Cape Town.$999 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $999, select.
Cape Town.$1,045 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with SWISS and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,045, select.
Cape Town.$1,052 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Thu, 22 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,052, select.
Cape Town.$1,052 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,052, select.
Cape Town.$1,101 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,101, select.
Cape Town.$1,120 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Lufthansa and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,120, select.
Cape Town.$1,152 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,152, select.
Cape Town.$1,157 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Condor.Outbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Paris Charles de Gaulle on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Condor, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Paris Charles de Gaulle.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,157, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $999
Jun
from $1,052
Jul
from $1,227
Aug
from $1,438
Sep
from $1,157
Oct
from $1,194
Nov
from $1,194
Dec
from $1,152
Jan
from $1,229
Feb
from $1,120
Mar
from $1,045
Apr
from $1,198

Direct flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town

Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Paris to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$999
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time11 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week17

Finding cheap flights from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town is $999. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town.
Delta, Air France and KLM fly direct from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town.
As of May 2025, there are 17 flights per week flying from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle to Cape Town is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town Airport on Monday, 12 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 18 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Condor and Air France offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Travelling from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know

  • Around 11 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

  • Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, making Cape Town one hour ahead of Paris.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CDG to CPT flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Air France has direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Cape Town — and maybe even more of South Africa if your schedule allows.

  • Air France is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • Among carriers operating CDG to CPT flights, Air France has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CDG and CPT:

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • $744 is the lowest price for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,002. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • To get cheap tickets from CDG to CPT, book your trip two months ahead of your departure date.

  • January is the cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CDG to CPT.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • CDG is located at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.

  • Of the departures from Charles de Gaulle Airport, 61.46% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near CDG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • If you're getting in on a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's main sights.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle 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 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Cape Town International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from CDG to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.

  • Worcester is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without dropping by Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.

Plan the rest of your trip from Paris to Cape Town

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