Travelling from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Faro.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your FAO to CPT flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between FAO and CPT:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
ر.ق. 1,797 is currently the best price for a one-way Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 3,039. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from FAO to CPT, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
Of the flights that depart from Faro Airport, 76.66% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Faro Airport from central Faro, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near FAO? If you've booked an early flight from Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
If you're landing on a late Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near CPT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Cape Town. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from Faro Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FAO to CPT in July. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Worcester is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without a visit to Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
