Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the SGN - CPT route are:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter South Africa, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SGN to CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is ر.ق. 1,548. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,734. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap flight tickets from SGN to CPT, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your ticket from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from SGN to CPT is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Ho Chi Minh City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 43 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near SGN:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Reserve a hotel near CPT if you're on a late flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
June is the busiest month for flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Cape Town in April.
Before locking in your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16 ºC to 27 ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 9 ºC and 19 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from SGN to CPT sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Cape Town
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Cape Town right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from SGN to CPT:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Table Mountain, Battery Park @ V&A Waterfront and Robben Island are essential stops on your Cape Town itinerary.
Complete your Cape Town trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Cape Town International Airport, browse our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Cape Town stay.
