Flying from George Airport (GRJ) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from George Airport to Cape Town International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour.
Cape Town's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as George.
Every week, there are 328 George Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, take the 08:35 Airlink (South Africa) flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 18:50 with Airlink (South Africa).
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your GRJ to CPT flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airlink (South Africa) is your gateway to exploring Cape Town (and perhaps some other exciting corners of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from George Airport to Cape Town International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
Airlink (South Africa) tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for GRJ to CPT flights, with 86.25% of services landing as scheduled.
If you'd love to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from George Airport to Cape Town International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport is a sought-after stop between GRJ and CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Airport (GRJ) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way George Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight is $64. A round-trip fare right now is $129. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from GRJ to CPT, book your trip five months before your departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from George Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GRJ to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from George Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about George Airport (GRJ)
81.33% of flights leaving George Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of GRJ.
Central George to George Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a handy hotel close to GRJ? If you're catching an early flight from George Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CPT if you're taking a late George Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure 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 usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town International Airport about one week before you set off.
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from George 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 George Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from GRJ to CPT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Cape Town, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to check off its leading sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without seeing Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.