Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Flights from CPT to HDS start at 08:35 — the earliest with Airlink (South Africa). The last departure is at 10:40 with Airlink (South Africa). In total, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your CPT to HDS flight.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airlink (South Africa) has direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Hoedspruit — and maybe even more of South Africa if your schedule allows.
Airlink (South Africa) is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier operating CPT to HDS flights. A dependable 86.67% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport flight is RM405. A round-trip fare is currently RM870. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from CPT to HDS, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from CPT land on schedule 81.65% of the time.
Cape Town International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CPT:
Arriving at Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS)
Once your Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport flight has landed, unwind at a hotel close by. Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa is a good option that's not too far from HDS.
Grab a Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport rental car and explore Hoedspruit and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Bluu Car Hire and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to central Hoedspruit
From Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport, Hoedspruit is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS)
The quietest month for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Hoedspruit based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport for December if you'd like to go to Hoedspruit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CPT to HDS in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Hoedspruit. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo.
Around 370 kilometres south-west of Hoedspruit, Soweto is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mjebha Park, Tutu House - Soweto tours and Go Green Go Clean.