Flying from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Austin.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your AUS to CPT flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between AUS and CPT:
London Heathrow Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Right now, AED 3,008 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 5,153. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AUS to CPT if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from AUS to CPT by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81.23% of flights that depart AUS reach their destination without delay.
To reach Austin-Bergstrom International Airport from central Austin, it takes around 25 minutes if you're traveling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near AUS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and experience more of Cape Town and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cape Town International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center by car.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The quietest month for a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Cape Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Cape Town International Airport for February if you want to visit Cape Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from AUS to CPT around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to explore other parts of South Africa. Travel about 56 kilometers north-east to Paarl to check off its must-visit sights. From Bretagne Rock to Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 97 kilometers east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
