Travelling from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Toronto.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to CPT. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Toronto Pearson International Airport:
68% of flights that depart Toronto Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kms (2 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Toronto to CPT flight? Unwind in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70%.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
YHM is roughly 72 kms (45 miles) from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Toronto to Cape Town International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance rate of YHM is 68%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near CPT and hit the lights earlier:
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Toronto to Cape Town International Airport flight.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Central Cape Town is around 19 kms (12 miles) from Cape Town International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport is £456. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £710. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to CPT if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Toronto to Cape Town International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Cape Town. January is when most people book flights from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your Toronto to CPT plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 6ºC and 18ºC.
More about Cape Town
Start your Cape Town trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Cape Town International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden are must-visits when exploring Cape Town.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. About 121 kms (75 miles) northwest of Cape Town, a trip to Saldanha will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like North Head Lighthouse, Hoedjieskop Museum and Pietskiet Museum.
Any trip through South Africa wouldn't be complete without visiting Ceres. Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve and Togryers Museum are highlights in this destination, which is around 97 kms (60 miles) northeast of Cape Town.
