Travelling from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is Dallas's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) taking off from here.
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Dallas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Dallas to CPT.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Dallas to CPT. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
DFW is about 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.22% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is one of the options between Dallas Love Field Airport and CPT.
You can get to DAL from the centre of Dallas in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dallas to CPT flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Dallas Love Field Airport:
Dallas Love Field Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76.03%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near CPT and get cosy, quick:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and discover more of Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Dallas to Cape Town International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport is RM2,600. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM4,094. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dallas to CPT. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Dallas to Cape Town International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport.
The best time to fly from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). June is when most people travel to Cape Town. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in April.
Before locking in your Dallas to CPT plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Cape Town
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cape Town right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Cape Town International Airport:
Your visit to Cape Town should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Cape Town, a trip to Saldanha will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in South Africa, head for Ceres, roughly 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde are highlights.