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Cheapest return flight
560 €
Typical prices: 641 €-943 €
SWISS
Sun 18.11.Tue 11.12.
VIE - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
362 €
Typical prices: 485 €-727 €
Qatar Airways
Sun 2.12.
VIE - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Vienna and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg 569 € (return)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 13h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vienna to Cape Town (VIE-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Vienna to Cape Town

Wed, 18. Nov - Fri, 11. Dec
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18:30 - 7:35VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 05m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 22:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
13h 50m1 stop Zurich
560 €SWISS
Sun, 8. Nov - Wed, 9. Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:05 - 22:40VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
15h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
560 €Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9. Nov - Wed, 9. Dec
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6:50 - 22:40VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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8:30 - 22:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
15h 25m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
560 €Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3. Nov - Mon, 23. Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 - 23:00VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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0:55 - 17:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 40m1 stop Istanbul
569 €Turkish Airlines
Sun, 24. Jan - Mon, 1. Feb
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13:20 - 7:40VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 - 22:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
14h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
577 €Lufthansa
Mon, 25. Jan - Mon, 1. Feb
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13:20 - 7:40VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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9:30 - 22:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
14h 10m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
577 €Lufthansa
Thu, 14. Jan - Fri, 29. Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:05 - 12:05VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 00m1 stop Istanbul
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17:20 - 17:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
25h 15m1 stop Istanbul
579 €Turkish Airlines
Mon, 19. Oct - Mon, 26. Oct
Ethiopian Air Logo
22:05 - 14:10VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 6:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
17h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
583 €Ethiopian Air
Tue, 20. Oct - Thu, 29. Oct
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22:05 - 13:00VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 6:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
15h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
583 €Ethiopian Air
Sun, 21. Feb - Thu, 18. Mar
SWISS Logo
20:15 - 10:40VIE  Vienna Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 25m1 stop Zurich
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9:30 - 10:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-VIE Vienna Intl
26h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
590 €SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Vienna to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Vienna to Cape Town start at 560 €. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from 641 € to 943 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 560 € on SWISS.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vienna to Cape Town and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Vienna to Cape Town at 631 € return.
  • December (1.178 €) and July (934 €) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Vienna to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Vienna to Cape Town are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Vienna to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

362 €
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flights from Vienna to Cape Town

When to book flights from Vienna to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vienna 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 Vienna 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 Vienna to Cape Town?

    Flights from Vienna to Cape Town usually depart from Vienna Intl (VIE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Vienna to Cape Town:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 10% of one-stop connections

    Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Vienna to Cape Town route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 697 € return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at 824 €, 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 Vienna to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of 753 €. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Vienna to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 14.684 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vienna 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.

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

    One-way fares from Vienna to Cape Town are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about 541 €.

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

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 43m, compared to 14h 18m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 03m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • 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 Vienna to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Vienna to Cape Town range from 641 € to 943 €, with an average of 753 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 641 € counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Vienna 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 Monday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Monday flights average 697 € – about 127 € less than Friday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vienna to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average 631 € return in that month – typically 547 € less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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