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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Paris flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Cape Town to Paris? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Cape Town to Paris: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 20,646
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week24

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

There are 3 airports in Paris: Paris Orly, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Paris Beauvais.
The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Paris is ج.م.‏ 33,528. 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 36 minutes is the average flight time from Cape Town to Paris.
KLM, Air France and Scandinavian Airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Paris.
As of April 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Cape Town to Paris.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Paris is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Cape Town Airport, the cheapest airport near Paris is Paris Charles de Gaulle – which is 22.7 km away from the centre of Paris. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 33,528.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Paris on Tuesday, 3 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 36 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 Paris 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 Paris is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 10°C. August is typically the warmest month in Paris, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Condor and Air France offer the cheapest flight tickets to Paris.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Paris: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Paris and you'll be travelling for around 11 hours 15 minutes.

  • Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is 1 hour behind Cape Town.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from CPT to Paris. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Nonstop flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Paris are available for booking. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is where you'll arrive.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions from Air France. This airline has direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Paris.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from CPT to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • If you have a passport from South Africa, you'll need an embassy visa to enter France. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Paris for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.

  • CPT is around 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Paris

  • ج.م.‏ 20,646 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cape Town International Airport to Paris. Return flights start from ج.م.‏ 33,528. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from CPT to Paris by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Paris. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from CPT to Paris is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Cape Town International Airport to Paris. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Airports in Paris

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

Paris Orly Airport (ORY)

  • Once your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Paris has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 34 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).

  • You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 57 minutes.

  • After your flight from CPT to Paris, settle in at a hotel near ORY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Paris

  • June is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Paris. To escape the crowds, visit Paris in February when it's quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Paris for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from CPT to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.

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