HAM - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
610 €
Typical prices: 690 €-986 €
Condor
Fri 12.1.Sat 27.1.
HAM - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
381 €
Typical prices: 551 €-782 €
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11.3.
HAM - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Hamburg and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 13% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg 679 € (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hamburg to Cape Town (HAM-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Hamburg to Cape Town

Tue, 12. Jan - Wed, 27. Jan
Condor Logo
11:00 - 10:45HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 21:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
27h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
610 €Condor
Tue, 1. Dec - Fri, 18. Dec
Air France Logo
6:00 - 6:25HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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8:30 - 22:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
14h 50m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
611 €Air France
Tue, 1. Dec - Thu, 24. Dec
Condor Logo
16:50 - 10:45HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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18:35 - 9:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
16h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
612 €Condor
Tue, 6. Oct - Thu, 8. Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:50 - 22:10HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 20m1 stop London Gatwick
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0:10 - 9:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
33h 35m1 stop London Gatwick
613 €Multiple Airlines
Tue, 10. Nov - Mon, 30. Nov
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6:35 - 23:00HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
17h 25m1 stop Istanbul
616 €Turkish Airlines
Mon, 9. Nov - Tue, 1. Dec
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:35 - 23:00HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 25m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
17h 25m1 stop Istanbul
616 €Turkish Airlines
Tue, 29. Sep - Sun, 11. Oct
Air France Logo
6:00 - 22:10HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 10m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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0:15 - 17:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
17h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
617 €Air France
Tue, 29. Sep - Mon, 12. Oct
KLM Logo
14:50 - 21:25HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:40 - 21:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
14h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
618 €KLM
Sat, 26. Sep - Fri, 9. Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:35 - 21:25HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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0:15 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
21h 55m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
618 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 24. Sep - Tue, 6. Oct
KLM Logo
6:10 - 21:25HAM  Hamburg-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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23:15 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-HAM Hamburg
18h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
628 €KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Hamburg to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Hamburg to Cape Town with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Hamburg to Cape Town?

Return flights from Hamburg to Cape Town start at 610 €. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 690 € to 986 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 610 € on Condor.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town at 707 € return.
  • July (1.024 €) and December (1.020 €) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Hamburg to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Hamburg to Cape Town are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Hamburg to Cape Town flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

381 €
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flights from Hamburg to Cape Town

When to book flights from Hamburg to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hamburg to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Hamburg to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Hamburg to Cape Town?

    Flights from Hamburg to Cape Town usually depart from Hamburg (HAM) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Hamburg to Cape Town?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Hamburg to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Hamburg to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Hamburg to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hamburg to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the Hamburg to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 751 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 878 €, a difference of 127 €. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Camps Bay Beach, and Green Point Market. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hamburg to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of 809 €. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Hamburg to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Hamburg to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 15.723 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hamburg to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Hamburg to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 610 € to 5.301 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Hamburg to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hamburg to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 553 €, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Hamburg to Cape Town?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 56m, compared to 15h 17m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 36m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around 3 € for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Hamburg to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Hamburg to Cape Town range from 690 € to 986 €, with an average of 809 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 690 € counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Hamburg to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average 751 € – about 127 € less than Friday (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hamburg to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average 707 € return in that month – typically 317 € less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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