Traveling from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Phoenix. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) leaving from here.
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is nine hours ahead of Phoenix. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Phoenix to CPT. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Traveling from central Phoenix to SCF takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 20 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport, here's where you can stop when setting off from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
PHX is about 5 miles from central Phoenix. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 35 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to CPT flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 82.57% of flights leaving here land when expected.
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Planning to travel to AZA from central Phoenix? The airport is located around 35 miles away, and getting there takes roughly 40 minutes by car.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
Flights that take off from AZA arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 78.65% of the time.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Reserve a hotel near CPT if you have a late flight from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Explore without limits with a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and discover more of Cape Town and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
$688 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport. A return flight starts at $1,138. These fares may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Phoenix to CPT, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable flight from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). June is when most people travel to Cape Town. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
Lock in a Phoenix to CPT plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 61ºF to 81ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 48ºF and 66ºF.
More about Cape Town
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Cape Town:
Table Mountain and Cecilia, Table Mountain are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Cape Town itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Rock.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you should also see. Around 75 miles north-west of Cape Town, a trip to Saldanha will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.
Ceres is another favorite destination in South Africa and is around 60 miles north-east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without seeing Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.
